Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Anoka County License Centers Will Be Closed in Observance of Memorial Day

    License Centers will be closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. Please expect higher than average wait times on Friday, May 22nd and Tuesday, May 26th. Thank you for your patience.

  2. Offices Temporarily Closed

    Our Blaine, Columbia Heights, Ham Lake, and Ramsey License Centers are closed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Please check back for updates. Read on...
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  1. Can I use my Credit Card to pay for my Passport?
  2. Is my Passport Real ID compliant?
  3. Do I need to make an appointment to apply for a Passport?
  4. Can I submit my DS-82 (renew by mail) application at your office?
  5. Can I apply online?
  6. Will I need my Social Security Card or Social Security Number when I apply for a Passport?
  7. Can I get an Enhanced Driver's License at the Passport Center?
  8. What forms of identification can I provide with my Passport Application?
  1. Will the Passport Center take my Passport Photo?
  2. How long does it take to receive my Passport?
  3. Can I use a photocopy of my Birth Certificate for proof of U.S. citizenship for my Passport Application?
  4. What type of U.S. Citizenship will I need to provide with my Passport Application?
  5. Are minor children required to be present when processing their Passport Applications?
  6. Can I expedite the processing time of my Passport Application?
  7. What is the difference between a Passport Book and Passport Card?
  8. Are both parents required to be present when applying for a minor child's Passport?
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