📍 SOUTH DAKOTA
Hand County Treasurer
County / State · Miller
The Hand County Treasurer's office in Miller serves as an official U.S.
Location & contact
🕑 Hours
| Monday – Friday | Contact office for current hours |
|---|---|
| Saturday – Sunday | Closed |
📍 Location & contact
📖 About this office
The Hand County Treasurer's office in Miller serves as an official U.S. passport acceptance facility, processing first-time applications for residents across Hand County and the surrounding central South Dakota plains. Located in the county courthouse at 415 W First Ave, the office occupies the administrative heart of Miller — the county seat — making it the natural hub for passport-related business in the region.
Acceptance agents at the Hand County Treasurer's office verify applicants' identity documents, photograph requirements, and completed DS-11 forms before sealing the application packet and forwarding it to the State Department. Both adult and minor (under 16) passport applications are accepted here, and staff can advise on the difference between book and card formats. For those exploring all passport options in South Dakota, the South Dakota passport offices page provides a broader statewide directory.
Miller sits roughly 335 miles from the Minneapolis Passport Agency — the closest full-service regional passport agency for South Dakotans requiring expedited processing. Applicants with urgent international travel should plan extra lead time and contact the agency for appointment availability. In the meantime, the Miller, SD passport guide covers everything you need to prepare your application locally.
💡 Good to know
The Hand County Treasurer's office accepts passport applications by walk-in or appointment — call (605) 853-2136 ahead of your visit to confirm current availability. Bring your completed DS-11 form (do not sign it in advance), original proof of U.S. citizenship, a government-issued photo ID, a passport photo, and the applicable State Department and acceptance fee. For a full list of requirements and supporting documents, visit the official Hand County Treasurer's page. Renewals for adults who previously held a book may qualify for the DS-82 mail-in process and do not require an in-person visit.