Coon Rapids MN Passport Services: DS-11, DS-82, Local Facilities

Passport Services in Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Coon Rapids residents in Anoka County often need passports for Minnesota's popular trips: spring Europe hikes, summer family vacations, winter Mexico getaways, or Twin Cities business travel. High demand peaks strain facilities—slots fill quickly, and errors like choosing DS-11 over DS-82, photo glare from cloudy skies, or missing minor consents cause delays. This guide uses U.S. Department of State data to help you apply efficiently [1].

Determine Your Passport Need: First-Time, Renewal, or Replacement

Choose correctly to skip restarts:

• First-Time (DS-11): No prior passport, issued before 16, or over 15 years old. Requires in-person at acceptance facilities. Common for Coon Rapids new travelers to family events abroad.

• Renewal (DS-82): Issued at 16+, within 15 years, undamaged, signature name matches. Mail directly—no visit needed. Best for busy Minnesotans; apply up to 1 year early.

• Replacement: Lost/stolen/damaged—report with DS-64 [4], then DS-11 (in-person) or DS-82 (mail) if eligible. Urgent (<14 days) needs itinerary proof.

Decision Tool: Use State Department's wizard [1]. Local pattern: Renewals lead for repeat visitors; first-timers spike before summer.

Key Requirements and Documentation

Bring originals/certified copies + front/back photocopies, one 2x2 photo, unsigned form.

Minors under 16: Both parents or notarized DS-3053 consent (use bank/pharmacy notary, not household). Passports last 5 years; sole custody needs court order.

Fees (as of 2024; confirm [7]):

• Adult book: $130 (to State Dept.) + $35 execution fee
• Child book: $100 + $35
• Expedited: +$60
• 1-2 day delivery: +$21.36

Use separate checks: State fee to "U.S. Department of State"; execution to facility (cash/card usually accepted).

Passport Photo Rules: Avoid Rejections

2x2 inches, color, white/cream background, head 1-1⅜ inches, neutral expression, no glare/shadows/glasses (medical note OK), taken within 6 months [8].

Local Tips: MN's fluorescent lights or winter shadows cause 20% rejections—

get 2-3 extras.

• Where: CVS, Walgreens, or Coon Rapids USPS ($15-17).
• Avoid: Selfies, hats, big smiles.

Passport Acceptance Facilities in Coon Rapids and Nearby

No passport agency here (closest: Chicago). Use these for DS-11 applications [5]; check status at [9].

What to Expect (10-30 min): Arrive 15 min early with organized docs (no staples), unsigned DS-11. Agent reviews, you sign under oath, pay execution fee, get receipt/tracking. Book 4-6 weeks ahead—midday/weekends busiest. Facilities forward apps; no on-site processing.

Renewal Tip: Drop DS-82 at PO, but mail it yourself via tracked Priority.

Application Steps:

1. Confirm type via [1]; fill form online, print single-sided (don't sign DS-11).
2. Gather docs/photos/fees.
3. Book appt [9][10].
4. Visit: Present all, sign/pay on-site.
5. Track after 7-10 days at [11].

Pitfalls: Early signing, no photocopies, wrong form, invalid minor consent—redo everything.

Processing Times and Expedited Options

• Routine: 4-6 weeks [12].
• Expedited (+$60): 2-3 weeks.
• Urgent (<14 days): Agency appt with itinerary (1-877-487-2778) [5].
• Peaks (Mar-Aug, Dec): Add 2-4 weeks; apply 9+ weeks early.

Track at [11]. No refunds for delays.

Special Considerations for Minnesotans

• Vital Records: MN birth cert from St. Paul ($30, +$20 rush) [6].
• Students: Check UMN/college POs for group sessions.
• Lost Abroad: U.S. embassy emergency doc [13].
• Business: Itinerary for urgent slots.

Frequently Asked Questions

DS-11 or DS-82? DS-82 for eligible renewals (mail); DS-11 otherwise (in-person).

Renew at Coon Rapids PO? Drop-off OK, mail DS-82 yourself [3].

Trip in 3 weeks? Expedite; agency if <14 days with proof [5].

Child consent? Notarized DS-3053 or court order [2].

MN license OK?

Yes, with photocopy [1].

Damaged passport? DS-11 replacement [4].

Appt required? Yes, book early [9][10].

Sources

[1] Passports
[2] DS-11
[3] Renew (DS-82)
[4] Lost/Stolen (DS-64)
[5] Agencies
[6] MN Vital Records
[7] Fees
[8] Photos
[9] USPS Locations
[10] Anoka County
[11] Track
[12] Times
[13] Lost Abroad