Mercer County Connection in Hamilton will only be accepting customers with appointments for passport services starting on Monday, Feb. 3.
According to Mercer County Clerk Paula Sollami, the county has seen a large uptick in the demand for passports due to the changing Federal legal landscape. By moving to appointments only, the office we will be better able to serve constituents.
Walk-in customers will be accepted for all other services not related to passports.
Appointments can be made by calling the Office of the Mercer County Connection at 609-890-9800.
The Clerk’s Office is asking that all passport applicants review the Mercer County Clerk’s passport webpage to ensure they have proper documentation to obtain a passport. Applicants are also reminded to bring in completed passport applications.
“Our staff is prohibited by Federal U.S. Department of State guidelines from assisting customers in completing these forms,” said a news release. “Also, not all agents are bi-lingual. You may visit travel.state.gov to download and complete the required forms before your appointment.
Cash payments will not be accepted. Applicants must bring a check or money order for payment. At least two checks or money orders are required for each person, so it is recommended that applicants bring multiple checks or money orders.
The passport application fees are as follows:
• $130 for adults and $100 for children under age 16.
• Passport cards cost $30 for adults and $15 for minors.
• Photos are available on site for an additional fee.
“By requiring appointments, we aim to streamline the passport application process and enhance the service experience for Mercer County residents,” said Sollami Covello. “As long as applicants come prepared with the proper documentation, the process will be smooth and stress-free.”
The Mercer County Connection is located at 957 Route 33, Hamilton Square. Operating hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10 a.m. a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m.to 2 p.m.
For additional questions about passport applications, contact the Mercer County Clerk’s Office at (609) 989-6465 or (609) 989-6473.
