Passports

A passport is one of the most valuable secure documents you may ever receive.

Citizenship and identification requirements are strictly enforced by our office in accordance with the United States Department of State to ensure document integrity, guarantee the safety of United States citizens and to protect National Security. 

Passport applications can be processed by appointment or walk-in

Please Note:  For adult renewals, Form DS-82, 
 Application for a U.S. Passport by Mail is available in our office,
but cannot be processed in our office.

Payments must be made using Personal Check* or Money Order only.

For more forms and information regarding passports and travel, please visit:

travel.state.gov

English Version

Spanish Version

 Somali Version

If you have questions please contact us at 507-328-7629 or at 

Walk-in Service:

The following items are required at the time of service:

Completed Application

Proof of U.S. Citizenship (No Copies)

• Certified Birth Certificate
• Previous US Passport
• Naturalization Certificate  

Proof of Identity

• Valid MN Driver License (If you have a drivers license from a state other than MN, please bring a second form of photo ID )
• Current passport or passport that has recently expired

Payments must be made using Personal Check* or Money Order only.

*Although Olmsted County accepts credit cards for most services the US Department of State requires separate checks for each Passport application.

 (For current fees visit travel.state.gov)

• Expedite service will require two checks per application

One recent (within six months) passport photo, complying with US Dept of State standards

• Photo may be obtained in our office for a $15 fee. 
• We are unable to photograph infants under the age of one year
• Photo Standards 

Form DS-11: Application for U.S. Passport 

For more forms and information regarding passports and travel, please visit:

travel.state.gov

Appointments: 

For your convenience, appointments are offered by following this link: 

  For assistance with the appointment calendar, please contact 507 328-7629.