Lee Clerk’s office to open Saturday, Aug. 7 for passport services

FORT MYERS, Fla. – The Lee County Clerk of Court Linda Doggett announced her office will open on Saturday, Aug. 7 to help travelers apply for passports.

Customers can visit the Clerk’s Recording Department from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for assistance. The office is located at 2115 Second Street, 2nd floor, in downtown Fort Myers.

Appointments are required. Click here to make an appointment.

Please download and complete the passport application before going to the Clerk’s office. Forms must be completed in black ink.

Two forms of payment are also required, including at least one check or money order, according to the Clerk’s office. Click here for more information on passport fees.

Applicants must bring their own passport photo, which can be taken at local pharmacies and other retailers.

Passports take up to 18 weeks to be processed by the U.S. Department of State. Those who need their passports sooner can purchase expedited processing and receive their passport within 12 weeks. There are currently nearly 2 million passport applications being processed by the U.S. Department of State.

During Passport Day, all other recording services will be offered.

Customers will be able to record documents, such as deeds and mortgages, and apply for marriage licenses.

A second Passport Day is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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