New passport acceptance fairs in May will offer extended hours and weekend access as demand remains high, according to a State Department update.
Why It Matters
High passport demand has made it harder for some applicants to secure appointments during regular hours.
These special fairs are meant to ease access for applicants who must apply in person.
What To Know
U.S. officials say a new round of special passport acceptance fairs will be held across the country throughout May, giving applicants additional chances to submit paperwork outside normal business hours.
According to the State Department, the events are hosted by passport acceptance facilities such as post offices, libraries, clerks of court and community centers.
Some passport agencies may also take part.
Evening and weekend scheduling is a key focus, with locations spread across eight states, including Florida, New York, Virginia, California, Hawaii, Georgia, New Jersey, and Nevada.
Officials say the fairs are intended for first‑time applicants, children, and anyone required to apply in person using Form DS‑11. Some events may also accept renewal applications, depending on the site.
Rules vary by location. Certain events require appointments or advance registration, while others operate on a walk‑in basis.
Capacity may be limited, so applicants are urged to check details carefully before attending.
State Department officials say the fairs expand access by offering passport services outside regular hours, while standard passport acceptance facilities remain available nationwide.
May 2026 Special Passport Acceptance Fairs
May 1
- Kaunoa Senior Center (401 Alakapa Pl) — Paia, HI
8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. | Appointment required, call 808‑270‑7308 (option 3)
May 2
- Broward County Clerk of Court — Fort Lauderdale, FL
8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Appointment required
- Pat Frank Courts Building (419 Pierce St, Room 140) — Tampa, FL
8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. | Appointment required, call 813‑276‑8100
- Georgia International Convention Center (2000 Convention Center Concourse) — College Park, GA
9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. | Registration and appointment required
- Logandale Post Office — Logandale, NV
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | No appointment required
- Lightfoot Post Office — Lightfoot, VA
8:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. | Appointment required
May 6
- Manchester EMS Building (Whiting, 82 Lacey Rd) — Whiting, NJ
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Appointment required
May 7
- Calkins Road Middle School (1899 Calkins Rd) — Pittsford, NY
4:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. | Appointment required, call 585‑223‑9130
May 9
- Bayshore Gardens Community Church (6228 26th St W) — Bradenton, FL
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | No appointment required
May 12
- Borough of Lincoln Park (34 Chapel Hill Rd) — Lincoln Park, NJ
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. | No appointment required
May 16
- Savanna High School (301 N Gilbert St) — Anaheim, CA
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. | Appointment required
- Pelham Town Hall (34 Fifth Ave) — Pelham, NY
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. | No appointment required
