Passport Acceptance Facilities in Ramsey County
Ramsey County encompasses St. Paul and several first-ring suburbs. The Ramsey County Service Center requires appointments and does not have on-site photo service — bring your own compliant photo.
St. Paul's Ramsey County is a short drive from Minneapolis/Hennepin County facilities. If Ramsey appointments are booked, Hennepin County locations may have better availability.
Ramsey County Service Center
No — appointment required
No
Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm
$130 book + $35 acceptance
USPS Saint Paul Main Post Office
What to Bring
No photo service at Ramsey County Service Center — use a CVS, Walgreens, or AAA location in St. Paul before your appointment.
- Completed DS-11 (NOT signed — sign only when agent instructs)Download at travel.state.gov
- Certified birth certificate (original) + photocopyState-issued with raised seal. No hospital certificates.
- Government-issued photo ID (original) + front/back photocopy
- Passport photo — 2×2 inch, white background, no glasses, taken within 6 months
- Check/money order: $130 payable to "U.S. Department of State"
- Payment for $35 acceptance fee (many facilities accept cards)
Frequently Asked Questions
Ramsey County Service Center: Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm. USPS: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat 9am–1pm. Always call or check the official website before visiting to confirm hours haven't changed.
Yes — both facilities above handle child passport applications. Children under 16 require both parents present or a notarized DS-3053 from the absent parent. The child must attend in person. See our child passport guide.
Pay for expedited processing (+$60) when you submit at any local facility. For travel within 6 weeks, book directly at the nearest regional passport agency. See the expedited guide.