Otter Tail County Treasurer Passport Services

While the Otter Tail County Treasurer strives to accommodate walk-ins for passport acceptance, appointments are highly recommended, especially during peak times, to ensure an authorized agent is available and minimize your wait. You can usually schedule an appointment by calling the Treasurer’s office directly or checking the Otter Tail County website for online scheduling options.

Yes, you absolutely need a certified copy of your birth certificate, which typically has a raised seal or other official markings, for your passport application. A standard copy from Lake Region Healthcare, while informative, will not be accepted by the Otter Tail County Treasurer as proof of U.S. citizenship. If you don’t have one, you can obtain a certified copy from Minnesota’s Office of Vital Records.

You will need two separate payments for your passport application: one check or money order made out to the ‘U.S. Department of State’ for the application fee, and a separate payment for the $35 execution fee to the ‘Otter Tail County Treasurer’. For the execution fee, the Otter Tail County Treasurer typically accepts cash, check, or credit/debit card, but the State Department portion *must* be check or money order.

Once you’ve completed your application at the Otter Tail County Treasurer in Fergus Falls, your documents are usually mailed to the National Passport Processing Agency on the next business day. For the most current estimated processing times, which vary nationally, please refer directly to the U.S. Department of State’s official travel website at travel.state.gov, as the Treasurer’s office processes applications but doesn’t control federal processing.

While the Otter Tail County Treasurer’s general office hours are usually 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, passport acceptance services may have an earlier cut-off, often around 4:00 PM, to allow adequate time for processing and packaging. It’s always best to call ahead or check the official Otter Tail County website for the most accurate and up-to-date passport service hours before you visit.

The passport office is located at 570 FIR AVE W, FERGUS FALLS, MN 56537. Get directions

Hours are 9:00-16:00. Call ahead at 2189988295.0 to confirm before visiting.

Photos on-site: 1. If available, photos typically cost around $15 in cash.

Routine processing takes 12-13 weeks. Expedited service (additional $60 fee) takes 7-9 weeks. Our expedited service gets your passport in 3-10 days.

Most facilities accept check or money order. You’ll need two separate payments: one to “U.S. Department of State” ($130) and one to “OTTER TAIL COUNTY TREASURER” ($35). Cash may not be accepted.

Handicap access: 1. The facility is ADA compliant with accessible entrances and facilities.

Parking options near OTTER TAIL COUNTY TREASURER may include street parking and public lots. Check local parking regulations and arrive early to find a convenient spot.

No, passport renewals cannot be done at acceptance facilities. Renewals must be mailed directly to the State Department using Form DS-82, or you can use our expedited renewal service.

If you’re traveling soon, our expedited service can get your passport in as little as 3 days. We handle everything from document review to delivery, with 24/7 support. Call 800-860-8610 to get started.