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Proof of Citizenship for Passport Application Proof of Citizenship for Passport Application

Proof of U.S. citizenship is required to obtain your passport. The requirements for proof of U.S. citizenship is strictly enforced and non-compliant documents will cause passport processing delays. Routine passport processing is 6-8 weeks so if you ne...

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Proof of Travel Plans to Expedite a Passport Proof of Travel Plans to Expedite a Passport

Proof of Travel Plans to Expedite a Passport Proof of Travel Plans are required for all expedited passports. There is no way around the proof of travel plans requirement. This is required by the U.S. Department of State in order to issue an e...

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How to Make Sure Your Passport is Valid

A recent Yahoo Travel Editor was unable to travel to Curaçao because she was traveling with a passport that was invalid. How can you make sure thi...

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How to Complete the DS-3053 Parental Consent Passport Form How to Complete the DS-3053 Parental Consent Passport Form

How to Complete the DS-3053 Parental Consent Passport Form The child passport is one of the more difficult passports to apply for, so please follow the instructions carefully. The child passport is for ALL applicants ages 15 or younger applyi...

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Passport Signature Requirements Passport Signature Requirements

Passport Signature Requirements Congratulations on your new passport! The last step to make your new passport official is to sign the first page. The signature of bearer is required by the U.S. Department of State in order for your new passpo...

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