Las Cruces, New Mexico document errands: printing, fax, notary, passports and certified copies (2026)
Where to print, fax, notarize, apply for a passport and get certified copies in Las Cruces, New Mexico, using only official and provider pages. Each fact links to its source. Some facts are statewide or national rather than local. We label those.
Not affiliated, not legal advice. Errand Desk isn't affiliated with the City of Las Cruces, Las Cruces Public Libraries, Doña Ana County, the Doña Ana County Clerk's Office, the Third Judicial District Court, New Mexico State University, the New Mexico Department of Health, the New Mexico Secretary of State, the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division, USPS, The UPS Store, the U.S. Department of State or any business named here. This page is general information. Hours and fees change, so call or check the source before you go.
Which offices serve Las Cruces: the City of Las Cruces runs the public libraries. Doña Ana County is a separate government: the Doña Ana County Clerk's Office at 845 N Motel Blvd records documents and issues marriage licenses [5][6]. The county clerk doesn't issue birth or death certificates; those come from the state New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) Bureau of Vital Records & Health Statistics [8][9]. Court records come from the Third Judicial District Court for Doña Ana County [10].
Short version: library copies and prints are 10¢ a page in black and white, color prints 50¢, and scanning is free [1]. The library no longer offers notary service, and we didn't find library fax [1]. New Mexico caps most notary fees at $5.00 (statewide) [11]. A marriage license is $55, by appointment [6]. A New Mexico birth certificate has a $10 search fee and a death certificate $5 (statewide) [9].
Printing, copying, scanning and fax
Las Cruces Public Libraries
- Photocopies: 10 cents a page, black and white only [1].
- Printing: 10 cents per black-and-white page and 50 cents per color page. Wireless printing is available at mobileprint.las-cruces.org [1].
- Scanning: document scanning in the computer lab is free [1].
- Fax: we didn't find fax service on the library's services page [1].
- Public computers: free computer labs at Branigan Library, Sage Café and the Munson Senior Center [1].
- Thomas Branigan Memorial Library: 200 E Picacho Avenue, 575-528-4000. Open Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–8 p.m. and Fri–Sat 9 a.m.–6 p.m., closed Sunday. The computer lab closes 15 minutes earlier (7:45 p.m. Mon–Thu, 5:45 p.m. Fri–Sat) [2].
- Branches: Munson Branch Library, 975 S Mesquite Street, 575-528-3406, Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Sage Café Branch Library, 6121 Reynolds Drive, 575-528-3154, Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Both are closed on weekends [2].
The UPS Store
The UPS Store #522, 2001 E Lohman Ave, Las Cruces, (575) 523-0083, lists printing and copying, fax (send and receive), notary, passport photos and shredding. Its page lists hours of Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–6:30 p.m. and Sat 9 a.m.–3 p.m., closed Sunday [15]. We didn't find prices on the store's page.
See printing prices and fax prices.
Notary in Las Cruces
- Library: "Las Cruces Public Libraries no longer provides Notary services" [1].
- The UPS Store: the 2001 E Lohman Ave store lists notary service [15]. We didn't find its notary price or separate notary hours.
- Fees (statewide): the New Mexico Secretary of State's Notarial Officer Handbook (revised July 2023) says a notary "may charge up to" $5.00 per acknowledgment, $5.00 per person for an oath or affirmation without a signature, and $5.00 per jurat. Copy certifications are $.50 a page with a $5.00 minimum. A travel fee is allowed only if you agree to it in advance and are told it's separate and not required by law. Electronic notarizations may add a technology fee of no more than $25 per act. An employer can't set higher fees [11]. Nebraska's acknowledgment cap is also $5; Utah's is $10 per signature, Wyoming's $10 per notarial act and Colorado's $15 per document, and Kansas has no dollar cap.
- Spouses (statewide): a New Mexico notary may not notarize a record in which the notary or the notary's spouse or domestic partner is a party or has a direct beneficial interest [11]. We didn't find a broader rule on other relatives on the pages we checked.
- ID and journal (statewide): a notary may not act without identifying you as required by 14-14A-6 NMSA 1978, and must keep a journal that records the fee charged [11]. New Mexico's Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts has applied since January 1, 2022 [12].
- Banks (national policy): Bank of America says notary service is available "at no cost to our customers" and "in many of our financial centers." Schedule an appointment. All signers must be present [13]. We didn't check which Las Cruces branches offer it. For other banks, see free notary options.
Passports in Las Cruces
The U.S. Department of State's Passport Acceptance Facility Locator data lists two Las Cruces facilities [3]:
| Facility | Address and phone | Passport hours (locator) | Photos |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces Main Post Office | 201 E Las Cruces Ave., Las Cruces, NM 88001. 575-524-2903 | Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. and Sat 9–11 a.m. | Listed as on site |
| Passport Acceptance @ NMSU | 1780 E. University Ave., Room 8, Las Cruces, NM 88003. 575-646-7965 | Mon–Wed and Fri 7 a.m.–3:30 p.m. (closed noon–1 p.m.); Thu 7 a.m.–3:30 p.m. | Listed as on site |
- Post office appointments: for the post office, the locator says to schedule a passport appointment or view more acceptance times at usps.com/scheduler [3].
- NMSU photocopies: the locator note for the NMSU office says "Photocopy services - $1 per page" [3].
- Post office fees (national): a $35.00 acceptance fee and a $15.00 photo fee "if needed" [4].
- County office: we didn't find a Doña Ana County passport office in the locator data [3].
See also the passport checklist and passport photo prices.
Birth, death, marriage, court and recorded-document copies
Birth and death certificates: NMDOH Vital Records
- Not the county: the Doña Ana County Clerk's page says birth and death certificates are handled through New Mexico Vital Records, which issues them only for people born or who died in New Mexico. It gives the NMDOH Helpline, 1-833-796-8773 [8].
- Fees (statewide): the non-refundable search fee is $10 per certified birth certificate and $5 per certified death certificate, if the record is on file [9].
- Who can order (statewide): New Mexico birth and death certificates are restricted. Access is limited to the registrant, immediate family (mother, father, sibling, child, grandchild, current spouse or grandparent) or someone with proof of a legal interest [9].
- In Las Cruces: NMDOH lists Vital Records (birth certificates) among the services at the Las Cruces Public Health Office, 1170 N. Solano Drive, Las Cruces, NM 88001, 575-528-5001, and says to call to verify hours. The office is open Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (closed noon–1 p.m.); appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are accepted as staffing allows [9]. Death certificates must be ordered through the Santa Fe office, 2554 Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, open Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m., 505-827-0121 [9].
- By mail: send the form or letter with a certified check or money order payable to "New Mexico Vital Records" in the exact amount to Post Office Box 26110, Santa Fe, NM 87502. Don't send cash [9].
- Online or by phone (VitalChek): NMDOH doesn't take credit cards or online orders itself, but you can order through VitalChek, online or at 877-284-0963. With 3–5 business day processing, regular mail delivery costs $26.00 for a birth certificate or $21.00 for a death certificate, and UPS Next Day Air costs $44.50 or $39.50 [9].
Marriage licenses: Doña Ana County Clerk
- Appointment: the clerk's office is issuing marriage licenses by appointment; call 575-647-7421. Office hours are Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m. [6].
- Fee and ID: $55.00 in cash, check, credit card or money order, paid at the time of application. Proof of age and identity is required, normally a government-issued photo ID. Both applicants must appear in person; otherwise a District Judge must authorize the license [6].
- Where it's valid: the license is valid for a ceremony anywhere in New Mexico. The signed license must be returned to the County Clerk's Office within ninety days [6].
- Certified copies: request a copy with the clerk's Copy Request Form. Certified copies are $2.50 each and are typically mailed within 1–2 business days after the request is processed [6].
Recorded documents: Doña Ana County Clerk
- Where: 845 N Motel Blvd, Las Cruces, NM 88007, 575-647-7421 [5].
- Recording: under Section 14-8-15 NMSA 1978, the clerk collects $25.00 for each document filed or recorded, charged per 10 index entries [7]. Recording a military discharge, and certified copies of it, are free [7].
- Copies: $1.00 a page (8½ x 11). Certification is $1.00 for general documents and $1.50 for a marriage license. Images emailed or faxed are $1.00 [7].
Court records: Third Judicial District Court
- How: fill out the court's Request For Copies and CDs Form and submit it in person or by mail. The court requires fees for copies, certifications and CD duplicates before it completes the request. By mail, send the form with a money order or cashier's check and a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Allow three days to process [17].
- Paying: cash, money order or cashier's check only, payable to Third Judicial District Court; personal checks and credit cards aren't accepted. Fees are non-refundable [17].
- Fees: the court's request page doesn't give a per-page copy fee or certification price [17].
- Where and when: Third Judicial District Court, 201 W. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM 88005. Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–4 p.m., open during the lunch hour. Main phone 575-523-8200; clerk's office 575-528-8316 [17].
State ID cards: New Mexico MVD (statewide)
You must go to an MVD Field Office for a New Mexico ID card. You get a temporary ID while the card is processed and mailed [14]. MVD's base fee list shows $10 for a four-year ID and $18 for an eight-year ID, and says municipal offices may charge an additional fee that varies by location [14].
More on certified copies: how to get a certified copy.
Money orders
USPS money order fees are national: $2.65 for $0.01 to $500.00, and $3.75 for $500.01 to $1,000.00. Pay with cash or a debit card, not a credit card. The limit is $1,000 per domestic money order [16]. Other sellers: money order guide.
Shredding
- The UPS Store: the 2001 E Lohman Ave store lists shredding [15]. We didn't find its price.
- Free events: we didn't find a City of Las Cruces or Doña Ana County document-shredding event on the official pages we checked.
For paid per-pound shredding, see where to shred documents.
Questions
How much is printing at the Las Cruces library?
10 cents per black-and-white page and 50 cents per color page. Copies are 10 cents, black and white only [1].
Is there a free notary at the Las Cruces library?
No. The library says it no longer provides notary services [1]. Bank of America offers free notary service to its customers [13]. New Mexico caps most notary fees at $5.00 (statewide) [11].
Where can I apply for a passport in Las Cruces?
The State Department's locator lists the Main Post Office at 201 E Las Cruces Ave. and the NMSU passport office at 1780 E. University Ave. [3].
Does the Doña Ana County Clerk issue birth certificates?
No. The clerk says they're handled through New Mexico Vital Records [8]. The Las Cruces Public Health Office at 1170 N. Solano Drive lists birth certificate service [9].
Where do I get a marriage license in Las Cruces?
From the Doña Ana County Clerk's Office, 845 N Motel Blvd, by appointment. It's $55 [6].
Sources
All sources last checked Oct 29, 2026, except the locator data file.
- City of Las Cruces, Las Cruces Public Libraries, "Services": lascruces.gov/arts-and-leisure/libraries/services (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- City of Las Cruces, "Libraries" (locations and hours): lascruces.gov/arts-and-leisure/libraries (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- U.S. Department of State, Passport Acceptance Facility Locator (locator data file, downloaded Oct 28, 2026, filtered to New Mexico): passportfacilitylocator.travel.state.gov (last checked Oct 28, 2026)
- USPS, "Passports": usps.com/international/passports.htm (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- Doña Ana County, "Clerk's Office": donaana.gov/departments/elected_officials/clerks_office (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- Doña Ana County Clerk, "Marriage License": donaana.gov/departments/elected_officials/clerks_office/marriage_license.php (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- Doña Ana County Clerk, "Recording Fees Schedule": donaana.gov/departments/elected_officials/clerks_office/recording_fees_schedule.php (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- Doña Ana County Clerk, "Birth/Death Certificates": donaana.gov/departments/elected_officials/clerks_office/birth_death_certificates.php (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- New Mexico Department of Health, Bureau of Vital Records & Health Statistics, "Vital Records", "Birth Certificates" and "Death Certificates": nmhealth.org/about/erd/bvrhs/vrp, nmhealth.org/about/erd/bvrhs/vrp/birth, nmhealth.org/about/erd/bvrhs/vrp/death; and "Public Health Offices": nmhealth.org/location/public (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- Third Judicial District Court (Doña Ana County), home page: thirddistrict.nmcourts.gov (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- New Mexico Secretary of State, "New Mexico Notarial Officer Handbook" (revised July 2023): sos.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Notary-Handbook-100223.pdf (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- New Mexico Secretary of State, "RULONA FAQs": sos.nm.gov/notary-and-apostille/notary-commissions/rulona-faqs (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- Bank of America, "Notary Services": bankofamerica.com/signature-services/notary (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division, "ID Cards": mvd.newmexico.gov/nm-drivers-licenses-ids/id-cards, and its "Base Fees List" PDF: mvd.newmexico.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/MVDfees.pdf (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- The UPS Store #522, 2001 E Lohman Ave, Las Cruces, NM: locations.theupsstore.com/nm/las-cruces/2001-e-lohman-ave (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- USPS, "Money Orders": usps.com/shop/money-orders.htm (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
- Third Judicial District Court, "Requesting Services: Copies & CDs" and "Location, Hours & Contacts": thirddistrict.nmcourts.gov/services-programs/requesting-services-copies-cds, thirddistrict.nmcourts.gov/location-hours-contacts (last checked Oct 29, 2026)
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