Passports are now available Monday through Friday at the Neighborhood Service Center in Ballard.
The Ballard Neighborhood Center at 5604 22nd Ave. N.W. is open for passport servicing from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday.
Passports usually take 10 to12 weeks and are mailed directly to you. Expedited service is available - if you have at least 14 days prior to travel - for an additional $60. If needed prior to 14 days, call the Federal Building for an appointment at 206.808.5700. For further requirements and more details, please go to the Seattle Neighborhoods Web site at http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/nsc/passports.htm