Passports

If you have a passport emergency, please contact the Minneapolis Passport Agency by email or call 877-487-2778. You can also check the U.S. Department of State - travel.state.gov website for the latest information.

Passport applications are available from the Recorder's Department as are passport photo services. The cost for Passport Photos is $12 per person for a set of two photos.

The U.S. Department of State also provides online passport services and information.

To obtain a copy of your birth certificate contact the Auditor-Treasurer.

Passport Requirements for Air Travel

All persons traveling by air outside of the United States are required to present a passport book or other valid travel documents to enter or re-enter the United States.

Passport Requirements for Land and Sea Travel

All persons traveling by land and sea outside of the United States are required to present a passport book/card, or other valid travel documents to enter or re-enter the United States.

Presenting Passports

In summary, effective June 1, 2009, all U.S. citizens are now required to present a passport book, passport card, or Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) - compliant document when entering the United States.

Traveling with Children

There are many rules when traveling with an infant or children. Please check the websites for the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection for current regulations and recommendations. It is also advisable that you contact the U.S. Embassy in the country you are going to visit to see if they also have unique requirements when traveling with a child or children.

Applying / Applications

Passport Services is currently processing routine applications in 8 to 11 weeks from the time of receipt of the application and expedited service is 5 to 7 weeks from the time of receipt by Passport Services.

If you are traveling in less than 5 weeks and need a passport, you must make an appointment to go to the:
Minneapolis Passport Agency
212 3rd Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55401

To schedule an appointment please call 877-487-2778.

Go to the U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Consular Affairs website for all of your passport needs, or contact the Cass County Recorder's Office for additional information and application forms at 218-547-7249 or 218-547-7233.

Applying for your child's passport, please watch this video: