Planning a Trip? Get Your Passport Ready!

If you’re planning a trip soon, here’s your Horizon West life hack: skip the long waits elsewhere and head to the Orange County Clerk of Courts Ocoee location — it’s right around the corner and one of the fastest places to get your passport handled. Current processing times are 4–6 weeks for routine service and 2–3 weeks for expedited (with a $60 fee), so acting early will save you stress later.

The Orange County Clerk of Courts makes applying easy. You can walk in or schedule an appointment online at any of their four locations with Ocoee being the closest to our community. They even offer Saturday hours once a month.

Know Before You Go

📸 Need a photo?
No problem — the Clerk’s office can take your passport photo onsite for $15.

💳 Bring two forms of payment:

• Clerk fees: cash, cashier’s check, money order, or credit card

• U.S. Department of State fee: personal check, cashier’s check, or money order

⏰ Want the fastest visit?
Mornings from 8:00–11:00 a.m. are usually less busy, and appointments are always quickest.

📁 Don’t forget your documents:

• Proof of citizenship (certified birth certificate or naturalization certificate)

• Valid ID (driver’s license or state-issued ID)

With a little planning and these insider shortcuts, getting your passport handled doesn’t have to be stressful. The Ocoee Clerk of Courts makes the entire process surprisingly quick and convenient — especially for Horizon West residents who want to skip the crowds and keep things local. Knock it out now, avoid last-minute panic, and you’ll be one step closer to boarding that plane with total peace of mind.