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Whittwood Branch Library

10537 Santa Gertrudes, Whittier, CA 90603

Passport hours listed
Public libraryAccessible
Status
See hours 
Appointment
By appointment
Photos
Taken on site
Phone
(562) 567-9950
First adult book
$165
Child under 16
$135

Whittwood Branch Library is a passport acceptance facility in Whittier: it checks and seals DS-11 applications and sends them to the U.S. Department of State. It does not print passports; for travel within 14 days see the Los Angeles Passport Agency.

Passport hours

DayPassport hoursAppointment
Monday10 AM–12 PM, 2 PM–6 PMBy appointment
Tuesday10 AM–12 PM, 2 PM–6 PMBy appointment
Wednesday10 AM–12 PM, 2 PM–6 PMBy appointment
Thursday10 AM–2 PMBy appointment
FridayClosed—
SaturdayClosed—
SundayClosed—

Hours when the office accepts passport applications, as published in the State Department database (retrieved July 2026); the office's regular hours can be longer. Time zone: Los Angeles. No Saturday passport hours listed.

Appointments

Yes. The State Department listing shows its passport hours as by appointment. Check the office's website (whittierlibrary.org) or call (562) 567-9950 for how to book.

Note published by the facility: Passport Hours: Mon-Wed 10am-6pm, Thu 10am-2pm: Please call 562-567-9950 or www.whittierlibrary.org for appointment

What to bring

  • Form DS-11, filled in but not signed: you sign it in front of the agent.
  • Proof of U.S. citizenship (for example a certified U.S. birth certificate) plus a photocopy.
  • A valid photo ID (driver's license or state ID) plus a photocopy of front and back.
  • One 2x2 inch color photo, or have it taken here. Photo rules.
  • Two payments: $130 to the U.S. Department of State and $35 to the facility. See fees and how to pay.

Fees at this office

ApplicationState DepartmentAcceptance feeTotal
Adult passport book (DS-11)$130$35$165
Adult book and card$160$35$195
Child book (under 16)$100$35$135
Expedited service (optional)+$60—+$60

Source: U.S. Department of State, Passport Fees (page updated October 9, 2025; checked November 6, 2026). Photo prices are set by each office and are not published.

Location

10537 Santa Gertrudes, Whittier, CA 90603

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Questions

What are the passport hours at Whittwood Branch Library?

Mon–Wed 10 AM–12 PM, 2 PM–6 PM; Thu 10 AM–2 PM. These are the hours the office accepts passport applications, which can be shorter than its regular hours. Holidays are not included.

Do I need an appointment at Whittwood Branch Library?

Yes. The State Department listing shows its passport hours as by appointment. Check the office's website (whittierlibrary.org) or call (562) 567-9950 for how to book.

Can I get a passport photo at Whittwood Branch Library?

Yes. The State Department lists on-site passport photos at this office. A fee applies; ask the office for the price.

How much does a passport cost at Whittwood Branch Library?

A first adult passport book costs $130, paid to the U.S. Department of State, plus a $35 acceptance fee paid to the office: $165. A child book costs $100 plus $35. Expedited service adds $60.

Can I renew my passport at Whittwood Branch Library?

Most adults renew by mail with form DS-82 and do not need an acceptance facility. You apply in person here with form DS-11 if your last passport was issued before age 16, more than 15 years ago, or was lost, stolen or damaged.

Where is Whittwood Branch Library?

10537 Santa Gertrudes, Whittier, CA 90603.

Related guides

Office details from the U.S. Department of State Passport Acceptance Facility Search (retrieved July 2026) and the office's website (whittierlibrary.org). Independent guide, not a government website and not affiliated with this office. Something wrong? Tell us.