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Passport Renewal Form: What You Need to Know
By Passport Editorial

Government paperwork is not always written in the most user-friendly manner, and passport renewal forms are no exception.  Unfortunately, if you make a mistake filling it out or you don't send in the required documentation, your new passport could be delayed. Here's what you need to know to keep the gears of bureaucracy turning smoothly when you apply: Passport Renewal Eligibility Not everyone is eligible to renew their passport by mail. Read through the checklist on the first page of…

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How to Replace a Lost Passport Overseas
By Passport Editorial

There's almost nothing worse than losing your passport the day before you are supposed to leave on an international trip-except, perhaps, losing it while you are far from home in another country. What should you do if this happens to you? The following process will help you get your lost passport replaced ASAP. Step 1: Calm Down Losing a passport in another country can send you in panic mode faster than almost anything else. Panic accomplishes nothing, so the first…

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How to Get a Passport for a Child
By Passport Editorial

*The passport fees have recently changed. As of April 2nd, 2018, the passport acceptance fee has gone up from $25 to $35. Getting a child passport is a bit more complicated of a process than getting a passport for an adult. This is primarily due to regulations enacted to prevent child abduction.  To help you through the process, here is a step-by-step breakdown of what is required: Step 1- Apply in Person All minors must apply in person to get…

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What to Do if Your US Passport is Damaged
By Passport Editorial

Your US passport is one of your most valuable possessions, and you are probably very careful with it. However, no matter how careful we try to be, accidents happen. When it comes to passports, the most common causes of accidental damage are pets, toddlers, washing machines and for frequent travelers, normal wear and tear. Whether your dog chewed it or you accidentally sent it through the spin cycle, you should never try to travel with a damaged passport. Any damage…

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How to Get Faster Passport Services To Re-enter the Country
By Passport Editorial

A new program from the Department of Homeland security could allow you to zip through passport services lines when you return home from overseas.  The program, called Global Entry, allows passengers to pay $100 to get through customs a little bit faster. Here's how it works, according to this report from the Dallas Morning News: You pay a $100 application fee, which gets you in the program and is good for 5 years. When you return from overseas, instead of…

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How to Get Passport Service Records
By Passport Editorial

Did you know that the government keeps a copy of each application you submit for passport service, including copies of the evidence you submitted to prove your citizenship? If you'd like a copy of these records for any reason, here's how to get them: If your passport was issued after 1925, the records are stored with US Passport Services.  To get them, you'll need to submit a notarized request in writing. Your request must include the following information: Your full…

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How to Rush a Passport Name Change
By Passport Editorial

If you've gotten married, it can take a long time to get everything changed over from your maiden name to your married name.  Some documents, inevitably, will get lost in the shuffle.  So, what happens when you book a vacation overseas, only to discover a few days before you're scheduled to leave that your passport is in your old name? There are a few different options available for rushing a passport name change, depending on how much time you have…

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