Central Library Hosting Passport Fair on Saturday, October 5

What: Birmingham Public Library Passport Fair
When: Saturday, October 5, 2019, 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Where: Central Library’s Linn-Henley Research Building, 3rd Floor
Details: The passport fair is open to all citizens planning to travel abroad soon and in need of a passport. No appointments are necssary; walk-ins are welcome. Passport photo service will be available. Local travel agents will be available to help plan your next getaway.

If you are thinking about traveling abroad for the holidays and need a passport, plan on being at the Birmingham Public Library’s passport fair on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

The passport fair will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Central Library’s Linn-Henley Research Building, 3rd Floor.  BPL will have staff available to provide passport service so you can get the process started without an appointment. BPL held another passport fair earlier this year in April. 

No appointments are necessary; walk-ins are welcome. A passport photo service will be available for a $15 charge. Local travel agents will be available to help plan your next getaway.

Click on this link for details on forms and documentation needed. 

To speed up the process, before you go to the fair, download and complete a passport application from the U.S. Department of State passport website: 

All applicants must appear in person. Minors under the age of 16 must appear with both parents.

Please be aware that, on average, it takes 6 to 8 weeks to receive your passport in the mail after completing your application. You can request expedited service for an added fee.

For more information about the BPL Passport Fair, call 205-226-3601 or 205-226-3600.

 BPL became an official Passport facility in September 2018 after several employees underwent months of Passport Acceptance Agent Training. The passport service is available at the Central Library downtown and four regional libraries —Avondale, Five Points West, North Birmingham, and Springville Road.