Obtaining A New Passport In 8 Easy Steps
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The information is out there, it's just organizing it that gives a lot of people problems. One of the first things you need to know, however, is you cannot procrastinate this process. Unless you want to pay extra for an expedited service, you need to start the passport process as soon as possible. The process can take up to three months, so be sure to start plenty of time in advance. An online US passport service is a great way to get new passports, so I'll be sure to include that.
The Breakdown
1. Your US passport application forms is the place to start and these can be acquired at your local post office or downloaded from an online passport service.
2. After completion of a downloaded application, print it on white, matte finished paper 8.5 inches by 11 inches.
3. You must prove your United States citizenship. This is done by submitting an original birth certificate, naturalization certificate, international birth record or certificate of citizenship.
4. You must also prove your identity and this can be done with the use of a valid driver's license, a previous, undamaged passport, naturalization certificate, certificate of citizenship or a government or military identification.
5. Now it's time to say 'cheese'. There are many locations including drug stores who provide photo developing services, post office facilities and professional photographic studios where you can obtain your passport photos. Dress in normal, daily attire and be sure not to wear anything on your head. If you wear glasses, be sure to wear them in your photo. The photo are to be printed with a white or off-white background and must include your entire head and face and be centered. It is important to have a natural facial expression with your eyes open and there can be no shadows that would distort the image.
6. You will have to provide your social security number.
7. The normal cost for a passport is approximately $100 but the cost can increase depending on where you go to apply and if you require expedited delivery service so be sure you have enough cash on hand.
8. You application can be taken to your post office or court house or submitted online. Be sure to consider how soon you need it when determining your need for an expedited passport service.
We hope this information has taken some of the stress and confusion out of the process of getting a United States passport. Using an online U S passport service is usually the simplest and most stress-free way to go. Now let's go over it all one more time. You will need to get and fill out your United States passport application, give proof of identity and citizenship, provide two proper passport photos and submit your application with payment. Now get out the travel brochures and plan your first trip. Remember, your passport is valid for a period of ten years so it will be a long time before you have to do this again. Get ready to see the world and make incredible memories.
2. After completion of a downloaded application, print it on white, matte finished paper 8.5 inches by 11 inches.
3. You must prove your United States citizenship. This is done by submitting an original birth certificate, naturalization certificate, international birth record or certificate of citizenship.
4. You must also prove your identity and this can be done with the use of a valid driver's license, a previous, undamaged passport, naturalization certificate, certificate of citizenship or a government or military identification.
5. Now it's time to say 'cheese'. There are many locations including drug stores who provide photo developing services, post office facilities and professional photographic studios where you can obtain your passport photos. Dress in normal, daily attire and be sure not to wear anything on your head. If you wear glasses, be sure to wear them in your photo. The photo are to be printed with a white or off-white background and must include your entire head and face and be centered. It is important to have a natural facial expression with your eyes open and there can be no shadows that would distort the image.
6. You will have to provide your social security number.
7. The normal cost for a passport is approximately $100 but the cost can increase depending on where you go to apply and if you require expedited delivery service so be sure you have enough cash on hand.
8. You application can be taken to your post office or court house or submitted online. Be sure to consider how soon you need it when determining your need for an expedited passport service.
We hope this information has taken some of the stress and confusion out of the process of getting a United States passport. Using an online U S passport service is usually the simplest and most stress-free way to go. Now let's go over it all one more time. You will need to get and fill out your United States passport application, give proof of identity and citizenship, provide two proper passport photos and submit your application with payment. Now get out the travel brochures and plan your first trip. Remember, your passport is valid for a period of ten years so it will be a long time before you have to do this again. Get ready to see the world and make incredible memories.
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