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Passport Editorial

RushMyPassport Editorial Team

Passport Editorial represents the combined expertise of RushMyPassport's passport advisors, operations team, and travel documentation specialists. With hands-on experience assisting thousands of U.S. citizens with their passport applications, our team writes and reviews content to ensure accuracy, practical guidance, and up-to-date information — because when your travel is on the line, you need advice from people who do this every day.

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Passport Photos: Where to Get Them
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The passport photo is the number one reason for applications to be denied.  It's important you take the perfect passport photo to avoid costly delays. Routine passport processing takes 6-8 weeks or longer. If your passport photo is rejected, it could take another few weeks before your passport is ready. Our expedited passport services are available for travelers that need their passport fast. Our processing times range from 2 weeks to as fast as 24 hours. We also help make…

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Can You Smile For A Passport Photo?
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Did you know you can't wear eyeglasses for a passport photo anymore? Did you know you shouldn't smile in your passport photo? The passport photo is the number one reason passport applications are denied, rejected, or suspended. That's because the government has certain rules about what types of facial expressions are acceptable, and if you break these rules, your passport application could be rejected causing lengthy processing delays. A routine passport takes 6-8 weeks or longer. If you need your…

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4 Reasons Your Passport May Be Invalid
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Think your passport is valid and ready to go for your next trip overseas? You may be wrong. Every day thousands of travelers get stuck at the airport due to issues with their passport. We will explain the four most common passport validity issues that might prevent you from making your next trip. 1. Your Passport Expires Too Soon If your passport expires in the next six months, you may need to renew it before you can travel. Some countries…

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Secondary ID Documents for Your Passport Application Form?
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When you apply for a passport, you need to be able to convince the government of two things: you are who you say you are, and you are a US citizen. Usually, this is easily accomplished by submitting proof of identity and proof of citizenship. The following documents can be used to prove your identity: An old US passport in good condition. Naturalization certificate. Valid driver's license issued at least 6 months ago. Government-issued ID Military ID These documents can…

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Should A Passport Be Packed For A Cruise?
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What are the cruise passport requirements? For most cruises, a valid passport is often the best ID to carry. The U.S. Department of State recommends all travelers carry a valid passport anytime you leave the country. This includes driving to Canada and Mexico and also cruises. Even most cruiselines now highly recommend a valid passport, even if it's a closed-loop cruise. Passport Requirements for Closed Loop Cruises A “closed loop voyage” means the cruise ship begins and ends at the…

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Which Passport Forms Do I Need?
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One of the worst things about applying for a passport is the paperwork. Not sure which passport forms you need to fill out? Use our helpful guide to slice through the confusion!  Read on to determine which forms you need and where to find them: New Passports Passport Renewals Child Passport Lost or Stolen Passports Damaged Passports Passport Name Changes Passport Cards Passport Forms for New Passports If you've never had a passport before, you'll use Form DS-11.  To use form…

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Online Passport Application Form – U.S. Passport
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Did you know you can complete the U.S. passport application online? The online passport application form is preferred by the U.S. Department of State. There are many benefits using the government form tool over the old paper application. We will explain everything you need to successfully complete your passport application form online. If you are using our expedited passport service, you will need to use this tool to generate your typed and barcoded passport application form. What is the Online…

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Do Babies Need Passports?
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Passports for Babies and Toddlers One question that keeps coming up again and again in the comments section is this: "Do babies need passports of their own?" It's not necessarily an unreasonable question-- after all, they don't necessarily need their own plane tickets, so why would they need their own ID? Alas, in most countries the era of the "family passport" has long since passed.  Even the smallest infants now require their own documents for most international travel. Let's take…

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