How To Get A Passport In Mn

Passports

Passport processing is now available at the Chanhassen Service Center and Chaska Government Center locations by appointment only. Please schedule your appointment online. Please visit the Federal Passport Agency for additional information.

Applications for passports are currently accepted at the Chanhassen Service Center and Chaska Government Center by appointment only. Schedule your appointment online today. Due to federally mandated laws stipulating that not all types of services can be provided at one location, the Chaska License Center (DMV) cannot accept applications for passports.

Apply in person using the DS-11 form if at least one of the following is true:

You are applying for your first U.S. passport
You are under the age of 16 or your previous U.S. passport was issued when you were under the age of 16
Your previous U.S. passport was lost, stolen or damaged
Your previous U.S. passport was issued more than 15 years ago

Passport Renewals: you must renew your passport by mail. Complete the DS-82 form if the following are true about your most recent passport:

Is undamaged other than normal wear and tear
Was issued when you were age 16 or older
Was issued with the last 15 years
Was issued in your current name or you can document the change with an original or certified copy of our marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order

Photos:You may purchase passport photos at the Chanhassen Service Center or Chaska Government Center. Please call for a photo appointment at (952) 361-3900 (Chanhassen). Walk in photo's are available at the Chaska Government Center. The cost is $15. Federal photo requirements. You do not need a separate appointment for a photo if you already have a passport appointment booked.

Current Processing Time: Eight to Eleven weeks

Expedited Processing Time: Five to Seven weeks. There are additional fees per application for this service.

If you need a passport for international travel within two weeks, contact the Minneapolis Agency or call 1-877-487-2778 for an appointment.

Children Under 16: Both parents and child must be present. Parents must have a valid driver's license when applying for a passport. For renewals, the previous passport and certified birth certificate are required.

Passport Fees: fees vary depending on the form you need to complete.

You will need a separate check for each passport application payable to U.S. Dept Of State. This can be a personal check or money order. Cash cannot be accepted for these fees.

The Carver County execution and photo fees can be paid with cash or check payable to Carver County.

Visit travel.state.gov for further information and a printable application.