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1. How do I obtain a passport?

Passports can be obtained at the County Clerk's Office, 210 Lake Street in Elmira. Applications are processed 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. Monday through Friday.

Passport Requirements & Information

• 16 and older (10 year passport issued) - Check or money order only made payable to U.S. Department of State - $110
• 15 and under (5 year passport issued) - Check or money order only made payable to U.S. Department of State - $80
• Plus a $25 Execution Fee for each passport (Cash or check made payable to Chemung County Clerk)
• Passport Photos(2) taken at County Clerk's Office - $12
• Passports are obtained 6 weeks after application.
• Expedite Passport service (3 weeks delivery) is $60 additional fee per applicant.

You will also need:

• Two identical passport photos (color only)
• Proof of citizenship: Birth certificate with raised seal, file date and certified by Official Custodian of the Record (no hospital certificates) or previous passport or Naturalization Certificate
• Identification: Current driver's license or previous passport (if issued after 16th birthday within the past 10 years) or current college ID

2. How do I make a Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) request?

Freedom of Information Law requests pertaining to records held by County Departments can be obtained by contacting the Chemung County Public Information Director. Visit the FOIL Request Information page to learn more.

3. How do I order a birth or death certificate?

Birth and death certificates are available from the Vital Records Department, located at 103 Washington Street in Elmira. Certificates are only available for births and deaths that only occurred in Chemung County. Visit the Health Department's Vital Records page for more information.