Travel Information - acquiring a US Passport

 

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A United States passport is an official government document issued by the United States Department of State. A  passport certifies an individual's identity and U.S. citizenship. A passport is an internationally recognized travel document and it allows the passport holder to travel abroad and return to the United States. A valid United States passport may be used to enter most foreign countries. U.S. citizens may now apply for the new U.S. Passport Card and hold both a regular passport and passport card. Due to the proposed measures of the WHTI (Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative), many U.S. citizens will be required to obtain a U.S. passport or U.S. Passport Card.

Some U.S. citizens hold dual citizenship, which means that an individual holds another citizenship besides U.S. citizenship. There are advantages and disadvantages of having dual citizenship and a second passport. However, in most cases dual citizenship is not a problem when renewing your passport since the U.S. government allows dual citizenship.

The easiest method of obtaining specific information, requirements is to visit the U.S. Department of State website. Depending on whether you are renewing or obtaining for the first time; the website will guide you through the process.

Current Pricing - Adult first time (age 16 or older)     Effective July 13, 2010

 Type                                  Application Fee            Execution Fee
Passport Book + Card                $140                               $25
Passport Book                            $110                               $25
Passport Card                             $30                                 $25

Adult Renewals

Same price as above without the execution fee.
Adult first time use form DS-11
Adult Renewal use form DS-82

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