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<\/p>\nAre you an American with dual citizenship? \u00a0Having more than one citizenship isn’t uncommon. But when you travel, it can be both a blessing and a curse.<\/p>\n
Read on to learn about dual citizenship passport requirements, dual citizenship passport applications and dual citizenship passport renewals, and the answers to common questions about traveling with two passports.<\/p>\n
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US law doesn’t recognize dual citizenship, but it also doesn’t require you to renounce other countries’ citizenships if you qualify. \u00a0Here are some common ways people end up with dual citizenship:<\/p>\n
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Can a US citizen use another country’s passport for travel?<\/p>\n
At RushMyPassport, we get this question a lot. And the answer is no. Not even if your US passport is lost, stolen or expired and you already have travel plans.<\/p>\n
As a US citizen, you need a valid US\u00a0passport to enter and exit the country.\u00a0<\/strong> You may also need a valid passport from the other country whose citizenship you claim.<\/p>\n To quote the Department of State,<\/a><\/p>\n “Most U.S. nationals, including dual nationals, must use a U.S. passport to enter and leave the United States. Dual nationals may also be required by the foreign country to use its passport to enter and leave that country.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n If you have more than one passport, which passport number do you use for booking tickets?<\/p>\n Generally speaking, you should book your tickets and check your bags with the passport you plan to use to enter your destination country.<\/p>\n And that will depend on where you’re traveling to and where else you hold citizenship.<\/p>\n For example, if you’re a dual US\/EU\u00a0citizen and you’re traveling to Germany, it only makes sense to flash your European passport when you arrive. There’s no need to worry about visas and you can stay as long as you like.<\/p>\n So, you’d book your tickets to Germany using your EU passport.<\/p>\n But regardless, you will still need a valid US\u00a0passport to leave the US. And you’ll still need a valid US passport to return.<\/p>\n Don’t have a US passport yet? Here’s how to get one!<\/p>\n Has your US passport been lost or stolen? Or maybe you just never had one before? \u00a0Do you have a US\u00a0passport, but you’re not eligible to renew by mail as described below? Follow these instructions to get a new passport.<\/p>\n To get a new passport, or to replace a passport that’s been lost, stolen or damaged, you must apply in person at a passport acceptance office. Most people go to the post office, but you may be able to go to a local library, county court clerk or municipal building instead. Find the most convenient option for you here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Bring the following items:<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>You need one primary photo ID to show the passport office when you apply. This could be any one of the following:<\/p>\n You may need more than one ID if your driver’s license was issued by a different state than the one you’re applying in, or if your primary ID is less than six months old.<\/p>\n If you were born in the US, you’ll use your birth certificate. \u00a0If you were born abroad, you’ll use one of the following:<\/p>\n You’ll also need:<\/p>\n Dual citizens can renew their passports by mail, as long as all they meet all of the following conditions:<\/p>\n If all of those statements apply to you, congratulations! you can skip the line at the post office. Use passport form DS-82 and follow the instructions here: How to Renew Your Passport<\/a>.<\/p>\n Otherwise, see the instructions for applying for a new passport above.<\/p>\n Whether you apply in person or by mail, \u00a0you should expect to wait 6-8 weeks for your passport to arrive if you request routine service.<\/p>\n If you request expedited service for an extra $60 at the post office, you’ll still probably have to wait 2-3 weeks.<\/p>\n Need it sooner? You have two options:<\/p>\n Have a travel emergency?<\/strong> Even if you have a valid passport from another country, you still need a valid US passport. As a US citizen, you can’t travel without one.<\/p>\nHow to Book Plane Tickets As a Dual Passport Holder<\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/h2>\nHow\u00a0to Get a Passport As a Dual Citizen<\/span><\/h2>\n
How to Get a New Passport<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Apply in Person<\/span><\/h3>\n
Proof of Identity for Dual Citizens<\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/li>\nProof of Citizenship for Dual Citizens<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Dual Citizenship Passport Requirements: Other Items<\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/h3>\nPassport Renewals for Dual Citizens<\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/strong><\/p>\nHow to Get a Passport in a Hurry<\/span><\/h2>\n
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