When you go to get your passport photo taken, you might be surprised when your photographer neglects to tell you to “smile and say cheese.” 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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
If you are applying for a new adult passport, child passport, or replacing a lost or stolen passport, you are required to submit your application in person. Where do you go to get a passport in person? The answer depends on how fast you need your passport to travel. If you are in a rush, the best option may not be passport services at a post office. Find out your options to get your passport. Passport Acceptance Offices Most people…
Routine passport processing in Atlanta GA takes 4-6 weeks or longer. But travelers near Atlanta that need a faster passport option can now expedite using RushMyPassport or by making an appointment at the Atlanta passport office. Atlanta is the ninth largest city in the country so it comes as no surprise that emergency passport services would be needed. A Regional Passport Agency office is a special passport office for US citizens who need emergency passport services. Prior to the opening…
