Passport expired before your trip? Need an emergency passport fast? We help Minneapolis and Twin Cities travelers get their expedited passports as quickly as 24 hours. A+ BBB rated. No office visit required.
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3 Ways to Get a U.S. Passport
Option 1
Registered Courier
Urgent
2–9 Days
Standard
3–5 Weeks
The U.S. Department of State created the registered courier program to give travelers another option. For urgent travel, registered couriers have daily submission availability that can deliver passports in as little as 2–9 days. For travelers with more time, a 3–5 week service provides personalized support throughout the entire process.
Option 2
Post Office / Mail-In
1–2 Months
The DIY route is the option most travelers know. Apply at a local acceptance facility or renew by mail or online when eligible. It's often the lowest-cost option and works well if you have plenty of time before your trip. If an issue is discovered after submission, you'll be notified by USPS and your application will be placed on hold until the problem is resolved by mail. Not recommended within 30 days of departure.
Option 3
Regional Agency
24 Hours
Emergency-only in-person visits at a U.S. Department of State Passport Agency. Requires a confirmed NPIC appointment and documented urgent travel with proof. Applicants should expect to spend most of the day at the agency and may be instructed to return the following business day to pick up their passport.
Business Days
Weeks
Months
Hours*
The Minneapolis Passport Agency is the nearest passport agency — Visit in person — located downtown Minneapolis at 212 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55401. You must secure an NPIC appointment in advance — no walk-ins permitted. Be prepared: the drive, parking, wait time, and possibly being told to return the next day to pick up your passport can turn a one-day trip into two.
*Processing speed depends on eligibility and documentation. Not all applicants qualify for Regional Agency Processing.
Our Services
Whether you need a renewal, a first-time passport, or an emergency replacement — Fast Passport Center handles it with reserved courier submission availability.
International flight in 24–72 hours? Our emergency courier service submits directly via reserved agency slots — as fast as 24 hours. For urgent, last-minute travel that cannot wait.
Already hold a U.S. passport? We help residents renew fast — no agency visit required for most renewals. Perfect for professionals, families, and retirees preparing for international travel.
First-time applicants require an in-person acceptance clerk visit. We guide you through every step with clear instructions for the nearest acceptance location.
Replacements require additional forms. We guide you through DS-64 and everything needed to avoid costly mistakes — so your international connection or overseas trip is not derailed.
Minors require parental participation and an in-person acceptance step. We provide clear instructions and checklists so your family vacation or trip abroad stays on schedule.
After marriage, divorce, or a legal name change — we assist with corrected passports so your travel documents match your reservations. Common for professionals after name changes.
Need a second passport for frequent international travel? Ideal for corporate executives, tech workers, and consultants who travel internationally while their primary passport is in visa processing.
Replacing a significantly damaged passport is faster than you think. We guide you through the process so your international itinerary or corporate travel stays on track.
The passport card is a wallet-size travel document for land and sea crossings to Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda. We expedite passport card applications with the same courier service as book passports.
Service Area
Fast Passport Center — Serving Minneapolis Area
Serving all of Hennepin County and the Twin Cities metro
Serving all of Hennepin County and the Twin Cities metro
Courier pickup available throughout the Minneapolis area
Local Office — By Appointment Only
230 S Dearborn St Suite 380, Chicago, IL 60604
Visit us by appointment, or choose courier pickup and drop-off for added convenience.
Fast Passport Center serves Minneapolis remotely via secure courier. We do not have a walk-in office in Minneapolis — our registered couriers hand-deliver your documents directly to U.S. Department of State processing facilities. This is how we achieve 24–48 hour turnaround for Minneapolis travelers.
Start My Passport24–48 Hour Processing
Emergency courier submission for urgent Twin Cities departures
Registered Courier
U.S. Department of State approved passport expediting
Dedicated Agent
A real person assigned to your case from start to finish
Document Shipping
Prepaid overnight labels to our processing center
We serve all Minneapolis neighborhoods and nearby suburbs including St. Paul, Bloomington, Edina, St. Louis Park, Plymouth, Maple Grove, and Brooklyn Park. If you are in the Twin Cities metro, we have you covered.
Why Travelers Choose Fast Passport Center
Reviews
Minneapolis travelers trust us when their departure is days away. Here is what some of them have to say.
“My flight to London was in 4 days and I realized my passport was expired. Fast Passport Center got me a new one in 48 hours. Absolutely saved my business trip.”
Sarah M.
Uptown Minneapolis, MN
“I needed to renew my passport for a family vacation to Japan. The process was smooth, they reviewed my documents, and I had my passport in 5 days. Highly recommend.”
James K.
Edina, MN
“Lost my passport the week before my honeymoon to Italy. They walked me through the DS-64 process and got me a replacement in 2 days. Incredible service.”
Emily R.
Bloomington, MN
Passport Acceptance Clerks
First-time applicants — and most applicants who are not eligible for a standard mail-in renewal or a second passport — must apply in person at a passport acceptance clerk, and all locations require an appointment. This is the self-service option, typically chosen by those on a tighter budget who have at least 1–2+ months before travel and don't mind the slower, standard processing times.
If you want to use a registered U.S. Department of State courier to receive your passport in as little as 3 days, you must sign up with Fast Passport Center before going to the clerk. Once you apply at the clerk, your documents are sent through the standard route, and we cannot intervene or upgrade it to an expedited courier service afterward.
Acceptance hours are limited. Appointments required. Call ahead to confirm passport acceptance times.
Convenient for students and faculty. Limited weekend hours.
Popular for west metro residents. Appointment strongly recommended.
Accepts walk-ins but appointments preferred. Near the Mall of America.
Convenient for north metro residents. Limited passport hours — call to confirm.
Major county facility. Accepts walk-ins but appointments recommended for faster service.
Last chance — sign up now, before your clerk visit
If you need your passport fast, sign up with Fast Passport Center before you walk into that clerk appointment. Once your documents go through the standard route, they're gone — there's no pulling them back, no upgrading, no saving you after the fact. Don't wait and hope it works out.
Emergency Passports
If you need your passport within two weeks, the Minneapolis Passport Agency is your only do-it-yourself option — Visit in person — located downtown Minneapolis at 212 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55401. Getting an appointment there is rarely straightforward. Fast Passport Center gives you a faster, simpler path without the uncertainty.
Regional passport agency appointments in Minneapolis are routinely booked 2–4 weeks out — and walk-ins are never accepted. If you searched for an appointment and came up empty, Fast Passport Center's registered courier channel is your fastest next step. No appointment. No waiting in line at the federal building. Processing as fast as 2–3 business days.
Get StartedMinneapolis Passport Agency — 212 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55401 — Visit in person — located downtown Minneapolis at 212 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Avoid Delays
With Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) being a major international hub, Twin Cities travelers can't afford passport delays. Here are the most common mistakes we see.
Twin Cities photo shops often use generic sizes. Passport photos must be exactly 2×2 inches with a white or off-white background.
Missing signatures or using the wrong form type are the #1 reasons for rejection at Minneapolis acceptance facilities.
Fees change frequently. Many Minneapolis applicants show up with incorrect checks and have to reschedule their appointment.
Without flight confirmation or travel itinerary, the regional agency will turn you away for emergency appointments.
For minors, both parents must appear or submit notarized consent. This trips up many Minneapolis families at the clerk.
Minneapolis travelers often assume standard processing will be fine. It takes 8–11 weeks. Start expedited at least 3 weeks before travel.
We check everything for you.
Fast Passport Center reviews your documents before submission — so you don't have to worry about these mistakes causing a delay.
Simple Process
Most Minneapolis travelers complete everything online and ship documents overnight. No need to drive to Chicago or wait in line. Our emergency and expedited passport process is designed for Twin Cities travelers who need fast, reliable results.
Complete your application on our secure website in under 10 minutes.
We send you a prepaid overnight label. Drop your documents at any UPS location in Minneapolis.
Our team checks every document for accuracy before hand-delivering to the State Department.
Your passport is processed at a U.S. Department of State facility using our registered courier slots.
We overnight your new passport back to your Minneapolis address — trackable every step of the way.
Most Minneapolis travelers start online and ship documents overnight — no office visit required for most services.
Questions?
Have questions about expedited passports in Minneapolis? Here are the most common ones we hear from Twin Cities travelers.
Fast Passport Center offers emergency passport processing in Minneapolis in as little as 24–48 hours. Our registered couriers hand-deliver your documents directly to U.S. Department of State facilities, bypassing standard mail delays. This is the fastest reliable option for Twin Cities travelers with urgent international flights.
Still have questions? Our team is here to help.
Call 877-253-0084Local Resources
Getting your passport ready involves more than just the application. Here are local resources to help you gather everything you need.
Passport Photos
Passport Photo Locations in Minneapolis
Your passport application requires two identical 2"×2" passport photos taken within the last 6 months. Popular passport photo locations in Minneapolis include:
CVS Pharmacy — Uptown
2428 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55405
Mon–Sun: 8AM–10PM
Walgreens — Downtown
1200 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Mon–Sun: 7AM–11PM
FedEx Office — Minneapolis
80 S 8th St, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Mon–Fri: 7AM–9PM, Sat: 8AM–6PM
UPS Store — St. Louis Park
5120 W 66th St, Minneapolis, MN 55424
Mon–Fri: 8AM–7PM, Sat: 9AM–5PM
Walmart — Bloomington
700 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN 55420
Mon–Sun: 6AM–11PM
Rite Aid — Edina
5125 Eden Ave, Edina, MN 55436
Mon–Sun: 8AM–10PM
Tip: Wear a plain white or off-white top, no glasses, neutral expression. Photos must meet strict U.S. State Department specifications — ask the technician to confirm compliance before you leave.
Vital Records
Birth, Death, Marriage & Divorce Records — Minneapolis
If you need a certified copy of your birth certificate for a passport application, a marriage certificate for a name change, or a divorce decree to support your passport correction, here are the official sources for vital records for Minneapolis residents. Most records can be ordered online for delivery within 5–10 business days.
Birth Certificate
Request certified birth certificates from the Minnesota Department of Health Vital Records. Online, mail, or in-person options available. Hennepin County also provides birth records for Minneapolis residents.
Get RecordsDeath Certificate
Obtain certified death certificates through the Minnesota Department of Health Vital Records. Required for estate, legal, and survivor benefit matters.
Get RecordsMarriage Certificate
Request certified marriage records from Hennepin County Service Centers. Required for name change passport applications. Serving Minneapolis and all Hennepin County communities.
Get RecordsDivorce Decree
Obtain certified divorce records through the Hennepin County District Court. Required for name change passport corrections and legal documentation.
Get RecordsDon't see your county? If the record you need was issued outside the area, visit VitalChek.com — the official online service for ordering vital records nationwide across all U.S. states and counties.
Driver's License & State ID
DMV Services Near Minneapolis
A valid government-issued photo ID is required for your passport application. If you need a new or renewed driver's license or REAL ID, here are the DMV service locations near Minneapolis.
DMV — Downtown Minneapolis
300 S 6th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
REAL ID and driver's license renewals. Appointment required.
DMV — St. Louis Park
5400 Auto Club Way, Minneapolis, MN 55416
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Passport-ready photo services available. Online appointment booking.
DMV — Bloomington
9800 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
REAL ID processing. Walk-ins limited — book online first.
DMV — Brooklyn Park
8500 Zane Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Full-service center. Extended hours available.
Appointment recommended — walk-in wait times can be long. Book your slot online before visiting.
Airports
Airports Serving Minneapolis Travelers
Minneapolis travelers use nearby airports for domestic and international travel. If your trip is coming up fast, make sure your passport is in hand well before your departure date.
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
4300 Glumack Dr, St. Paul, MN 55111
The primary international airport for the Twin Cities. Major hub for international flights to Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
MSP Flight InfoFlying Cloud Airport
10110 Flying Cloud Dr, Eden Prairie, MN 55347
General aviation airport. No commercial international flights.
Flying Cloud AirportPassport required for all international flights. If your departure is within two weeks, standard processing won't make it in time — expedited processing through Fast Passport Center is your most reliable option.
Service Network
Fast Passport Center provides emergency passport and expedited passport processing in Minnesota. We also serve travelers in nearby states including Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin. Click a state below for local acceptance facilities, processing times, and fast passport options.
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