Every country issues passports to citizens of that country. Do I need a US passport? American citizens require passports to exit and enter the US and all other countries in the world.
It is your responsibility to carry the correct identification while traveling abroad. How does VisaCentral obtain a US passport for me? VisaCentral provides passport services for US citizens by submitting proper documentation on your behalf to the United States Department of State.
This eliminates the need for you to visit, communicate, and correspond directly with the Department of State. Please go to the Passports section of our website to see the full range of passport services VisaCentral provides. How long is my US passport valid? If your US passport was issued when you were 16 years old or older, your passport is valid for 10 years.
If your US passport was issued when you were 15 years old or younger, your passport is valid for 5 years. Where can I find a Passport Acceptance Facility in my area? When applying for a US passport renewal, will my old passport be returned to me? Yes, your old US passport will be returned unless it is deemed to be damaged by the United States Department of State.
The passport will clearly indicate that it is invalid and it is important that you advise whether any valid visas remain in the passport before applying for it to be renewed. How long must my passport be valid for international travel? Most countries require that a passport be valid for at least six months beyond the completion of a trip. If your passport expires sooner than that, you must apply to renew your passport.
Please view the Visas section to determine how long a passport must be valid for each specific country of travel. In the event that your passport is set to expire, VisaCentral can assist you. Please visit Renew Passport for details. Can VisaCentral obtain additional passport pages for my US passport? Passports International Travel U. Stay Connected. Law Enforcement. Y Z All. Renew Your Passport. Replace a Limited-Validity Passport. Passport Forms. Processing Times. Check the status of passport operations to see current processing times and more.
To have a U. Depending on where you are traveling outside of the U. To enter the United States at land border crossings or sea ports-of-entry from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda, you can use a passport book or a passport card. A passport card is more convenient and less expensive than a passport book, but it cannot be used for international travel by air.
The application process is the same for either the passport book or card, even if you want both at the same time. You have to go in person to present your application. If you need to get a passport in seven weeks or less , you will need an expedited process. If you will be traveling in more than seven weeks , you can follow the regular application process and apply in person at a passport acceptance facility. Contact the U. Embassy or consulate near you for information and forms to request a passport from outside the U.
Application Form - To complete the application for a passport book, card, or both together, first do one of the following:.
Fill out the application online. Use the Passport Application Wizard to step through the process of filling out the application. Passport applications cannot be submitted online. Fill out the application by hand. Download the passport application form DS and instructions and complete the application by hand, or go to a local passport acceptance facility to get a copy to fill out. Whether you fill it out online or by hand, it is important that you do not sign the form until you are instructed to do so in front of a passport designated official you will meet when applying in person.
Passport photo - Follow the photo requirements. However, if your old passport is linked to a valid visa, you can still use the valid visa. You must travel with both your new and old passport in this case. After we print your passport, we will send it to you and return your supporting documents. I applied for a passport book only : You may receive your newly-issued passport and your citizenship documents in two separate mailings.
We can send your passport book via a day delivery service. I applied for a passport card only : You may receive your newly-issued passport card and your citizenship documents in two separate mailings. Please contact NPIC if you do not receive a second mailing within 4 weeks of receiving the first. We only send the passport card via First Class Mail.
We do not send cards via day delivery services. I applied for both a passport book and passport card : You may receive three separate mailings; one with your citizenship documents, one with your newly-issued passport book, and one with your newly-issued passport card. Please contact NPIC if you do not receive the second or third mailing within 4 weeks of the previous mailing.
One-to-day and express delivery service is not available if you live in Canada. When you receive your new passport, the number on the document will be different from the number on your previous passport. Embassy or U. If you live in Canada and need your passport for international travel within 4 weeks, you should make an appointment at a U. For more information, please see Applying for a U. Agency or Center: limited number of appointments; must have international travel in the next 72 hours or 3 business days.
Passport Photos. Passport Fees. Passport Card. Do you know if your passport is expiring soon? Watch this video to find out what might happen to you if you try to travel internationally and it's expired. You are about to leave travel. Department of State. Links to external websites are provided as a convenience and should not be construed as an endorsement by the U.
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