Expedited Passports

Have you always wanted to stand at the top of the Eiffel Tower or walk along the Thames? Traveling to Europe has recently become much more affordable. NileGuidance has an excellent post up that lists some of Continental’s amazing deals on flights to Europe. For a mere $149 each way, you can skip across the pond from New York to Paris or from Houston to London! If you’re leaving from the west coast, you can catch a flight from LA to Barcelona for just $240 each way. There are also some great deals available for hotels.

However, these deals are only good through May. If you want to take advantage of them, you need to get your passport application in now.  For faster service, you can submit your passport application through a private passport expediting service.  A good expediting company will not only ensure that your passport application gets VIP treatment, they will also walk you through the passport application process.

What European city would you most like to see? Paris? Barcelona? Lisbon?

With deals like these, what are you waiting for? Submit your passport application today and start planning your trip!

Spring is just around the corner, and college students everywhere are gearing up for the annual week-long party that is Spring Break.  Despite the slowing economy, many students still have plans to travel, and many popular destinations are offering great last-minute deals.

For example, Boncherry.com has a great post up that gives suggestions for popular Spring Break destinations, including Cancun and Acapulco in Mexico, Ibiza in Europe, Nassau and Jamaica.

Over at TripSay.com’s blog, there is an excellent list of the top 10 Spring Break destinations, along with the 5 worst places to go. Naussau, in the Bahamas, is listed as one of the top 5 party destinations, while Montego Bay, Jamaica and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico are two of the “Spring Break Rising Stars.”  Not into the stereotypical “beach vacation?” Whistler, Canada is another up-and-coming destination. TripSay recommends that you stay away from  Fargo, ND and Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. No arguments there!

Remember, if you’re planning a Spring Break adventure in another country, it’s a good idea to pack your passport. If you’re going to Mexico, Canada, or the Caribbean, you’ll need a passport if you’re traveling by air. If you’re traveling by land or sea, you may be able to get by with just your birth certificate and government-issued photo ID (at least until June 1, 2009). However, it’s best to bring your passport, anyway,  in case you have an emergency and need to catch a flight home.

To get a passport before Spring Break,  request expedited passport service. The easiest and fastest way to get an expedited passport is to use a private passport expediting company. An expediting company will submit your expedited passport application directly to the US Passport Agency for faster processing, so you’ll have it in time for Spring Break.

For an unforgettable spring break vacation, find an awesome last minute deal and order an expedited passport today!

What are your Spring Break travel plans?

UPDATE: Passport requirements for many cruises have changed . Please see this article for updated information.

Are you considering taking off on a cruise to the Caribbean for some fun in the sun? How about sailing to Mexico or Canada? Starting June 1, new passport regulations go into effect, and you may need to pack your passport.

What are the new passport requirements for cruises? Under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, starting June 1 passengers on cruises that go outside the US will need a passport to re-enter the country.  There are two exceptions: (more…)

Naturally, this is a critical question for anyone planning an international trip. If you don’t have your passport in hand when it’s time to board the plane, you won’t be allowed on.  If you have to cancel or even postpone an international trip, you’ll lose a good deal of money! (more…)

One of the most common questions people have when they’re obtaining a passport is “How much is this going to cost me?”

Passport prices vary, depending on the circumstances. Here’s a quick breakdown of current government fees: (more…)

When you use an expediting company to expedite your passport, there are some things you need to know before you submit your application.  For example, when you expedite your passport using an private expediting company, in most cases you have to mail all of your documents to the expediting company using an express mail service. However, the government requires you to apply for a passport in person in most cases. Only passport renewals that meet certain criteria can be submitted through the mail.  How can you expedite your passport by mail if you’re supposed to apply in person?

When you expedite a passport, if you are required to appear in person to submit your application, you’ll need to go in person to a passport acceptance facility to have an acceptance agent look over your documents, watch you sign your application, and seal the documents using a special government seal. Acceptance facilities are usually found in libraries and post offices. You can find a nearby acceptance facility here, at the US Passport Agency website.

Once your application package is sealed, nobody can open it again, except for the US Passport Agency. So, it’s extremely important that the application is filled out correctly and all appropriate documents are included in the package.  Then, you can mail your package to the expediting company for processing.

When you expedite your passport with RushMyPassport.com, you’ll be assigned an individual case manager and given specific instructions to make sure that the application process goes smoothly. Plus, you can have confidence that your passport will be there when you need it. Expedite your passport with RushMyPassport.com today!

At RushMyPassport.com, we have helped all kinds of people get passports in a hurry.  So, here’s an international tale of “love at first sight” that required a 24-hour passport. One of our customers was a gentleman seeking a bride in Thailand through a marriage agency. He had just proposed to a woman in Thailand, and wanted to meet his bride-to-be as soon as possible. RushMyPassport.com was able to get him a passport within 24 hours, so he could pick up his new fianceé.

If you need a 24-hour passport, using an expediting service like RushMyPassport.com is the easiest way to get one. Here’s what you’ll need to get a 24-hour passport:

• A completed passport application
• Proof of your departure date
• 2 passport photos
• An authorization letter
• Proof of identity and proof of citizenship
• A check or money order to pay the government fees
• A FedEx shipping label

With an expediting service, you can get a 24-hour passport without having to make an appointment or wait in line. However, you will need to go to a passport acceptance facility to get your documents “sealed” by an acceptance agent. Passport acceptance facilities are commonly found in libraries and post offices. You can find the acceptance facility nearest you by visiting the US Passport Agency website.  If you use RushMyPassport.com to expedite your passport, you’ll also have a passport specialist to walk you through each step of the process.

Whatever your reason for traveling, RushMyPassport.com is the hassle-free way to get your passport quickly.  Order from us today, and find out how easy it is to get your passport when you need it!

Everyone makes mistakes. Sometimes, so does the US Passport Agency. Whenever you get a new passport, you should look it over carefully, just to make sure all of the information is correct. If there is a printing error, you’ll need to get it corrected before you travel.

How do you fix a printing error on your US passport? Fortunately, you don’t have to go through the entire application process again. Instead, submit Form DS-5504. You’ll also need to send in your US passport, and evidence to show that the change you’ve requested is valid. For example, you can send in a copy of your birth certificate if you need to have the spelling of your name or your birthday corrected. If it’s been more than 90 days since your US passport was issued, you’ll also need to get new passport photos taken.

Fixing a printing error is free if you request regular processing. However, it could take several weeks for you to get your passport back in the mail. If you have an international trip planned in the near future, a private expediting service like RushmyPassport.com can have your passport sent to you more quickly. Depending on how long you have before you have to travel, an expediting company can get your passport in as little as 24 hours!  The price of the service varies depending on the processing time you select, and more affordable options are available that take just a few days more. Considering how much money you’ll lose on your international trip if you don’t have a passport in time, the expediting fee is a bargain!

Are you traveling overseas? Go to RushMYPassport.com to make sure your passport is ready when you are!

In today’s global economy, more and businesses are sending their employees overseas for conferences, training and meeting with international clients.  What happens if your company wants you to go on an international business trip, and you don’t have a passport?

If you have an important business trip coming up in the near future, there are a few different ways to go about getting an express passport. First, if you have at least two weeks, you can use the government’s expedited passport service to apply for an express passport. Mark your passport application envelope as “expedited,” send an additional $60.00 to pay the expediting fee, and pay for overnight delivery to and from the passport processing center. Then, start checking your mailbox obsessively. With this option,  you should have your passport within 2 weeks.

If you need your passport sooner than that, you can make an appointment with the nearest Regional Passport Agency office by calling 1-877-487-2778. You’ll have to appear in person to apply for an express passport at a Regional Passport Agency, and they won’t see you without an appointment. However, they can get your passport ready for you on the same day if necessary. In addition to the normal documentation and photos, you’ll also need a travel itinerary or a company letter to confirm your travel dates for the agency.

However, the best option for busy business travelers who need an express passport is to use a private passport expediting company like RushMyPassport.com. For a fee, a passport expediter will hand-deliver your passport application to the US Passport Agency for processing, and then rush your passport back to you. With an expediting service, you don’t have to wait weeks for your new passport. Even better, you don’t  have to spend time you don’t have at a Regional Passport Agency-you can simply send everything to the expediting company and they will take care of it.

Travel requirements have been changing so quickly, it can be hard to keep track of what documents are required to go where. However, it’s important to stay up-to-date, since not having the correct paperwork can derail your trip!  One of the common questions about travel requirements involves travel to Mexico, Canada and the Caribbean, countries covered under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI).

Do you need a passport for travel to Mexico, Canada or the Caribbean? Currently, it depends on how you are traveling. If you travel by plane, you have to have a valid US passport to travel from the US to any of these countries. However, if you are driving or traveling by sea, you just need to carry proof of identity (like a driver’s license) and proof of citizenship (such as your birth certificate).  No matter what method of travel you choose, it’s still a good idea to get a passport if you are leaving the country. What if you have an emergency and you need to fly back home? When it comes to foreign travel, it’s always a good idea to think like a Boy Scout!

Also, on June 1, 2009, the travel requirements are changing again. On this day, the final phase of the WHTI will go into effect, and land and sea travelers will also be required to have a passport to travel to Mexico, Canada, or the Caribbean. The only exceptions are people who have other types of WHTI-compliant identification (such as the Enhanced Driver’s Licenses offered in some states) and children under the age of 16. A passport will still be required for all international air travel.

If you need to get a new passport quickly, consider using the services of a private expediting company. An expediting company can cut through the red tape to help you get your passport quickly and easily, in as little as 24 hours!