Last checked: 21 Oct 2026
South African passport and ID at VFS Houston
Address: 1001 Texas Ave, Floor 10, Suite 1020, Houston, TX 77002 [source]
Days: Monday to Friday (except public holidays)
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (submission and collection) [source, source]
Booking: online only, VFS Global South Africa USA. No walk-ins [source].
Who can use it: any South African citizen or dual citizen in the USA, whatever state you live in [source].
Services
- Passport applications and renewals, adult and child [source, source]
- First ID application for those turning 16 in the year, or 16 and older without a first ID [source]
- Birth registration within 30 days of birth (late registration goes to the Embassy) [source]
- Not offered: Emergency Travel Certificate [source]
Before you go
Bring every form and document on the what to bring checklist, and a credit or debit card: VFS accepts card only [source]. See fees.