The Alford Branch of the Wichita Public Library (3447 S. Meridian) is now accepting passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Dept. of State, which has designated he branch as an official Passport Acceptance Agency.

Residents can call (316) 350-3261 to schedule an appointment, which should be done at least 24 hours in advance.  Appointments are scheduled between noon to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and noon to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. No appointments will be scheduled on Sundays.

Applications need to be accompanied by a check or money order payable to the U.S. Dept. of State for all application fees. An execution fee of $35 per passport application is payable to the Wichita Public Library by cash or credit/debit card.

ADULT (Ages 16+)

• Passport book: $130
• Passport card: $30
• Passport book and card: $160
• Expedite fee (optional): $60
• Optional 1-2 day return delivery service fee, available on for passport book: $18.32

MINOR (Ages 15-)

• Passport book: $100
• Passport card: $15
• Passport book and card: $115
• Expedite fee (optional): $60
• Optional 1-2 return delivery service fee, available only for passport book: $18.32