US Passport Information Articles & Videos

• How to Get a New Passport Quickly

  Expedited passports are available for new applications or renewals. The U.S. State Department will process a regular passport request in approximately four to six weeks. An expedited request, with overnight delivery both ways, takes two to… read more

• How to Check the Status of a Passport Application

  When you travel to most foreign countries, you need to have a passport to enter the country you're visiting. Even if the country you are visiting does not require a passport, you need one to reenter the United States. After you have applied… read more

• U.S. Passport Renewal Information

  Climbing the Himalayas is a challenge, getting there should not be. Before you embark on your next great adventure, make sure your passport is up to date. Renewing is easy, so long as you leave allow enough time. read more

• How to Obtain a New U.S. Passport

  In order enter many foreign countries, as well as to re-enter the United States after international travel, U.S. citizens require a passport book or a passport card. A passport book is good for travel everywhere, while a passport card is o… read more

• Information on Passports

  When packing for your next overseas outdoor adventure, your checklist probably provides for your gear, protective equipment and clothes. There's one important thing to keep on your checklist when traveling--your passport. Passport rules are… read more

• How to Get Passport Information

  Whether you are trying to remember when your first passport was issued or need a certified copy of your passport for employment abroad, the United States Department of State will provide the information free. The passport information provid… read more

• US Passport Information

  A U.S. passport is something you'll need anytime you leave the country and must be kept up to date and in good condition to ensure a safe and easy passage into and out of the country. read more

• How to Recover a Lost Passport

  Trekking the Himalayas might well prove to be less difficult than recovering a lost or stolen passport. Adventure travelers are well advised to take precautionary measures to prevent the loss of this important government document. Fortunate… read more

• What Information Do I Need for a Passport?

  When planning your next excursion for hiking, boating or adventure travel, don't forget to prepare your passport in advance. Taking a few steps to ensure your passport is in order well in advance of your trip will ensure great memories. read more

• Digital Passport Information

  Improving border security is a worldwide effort. One major advancement is the creation of the digital passport system, a microchip that stores your photo ID and processing information. Also known as a biometric or ePassport, it allows custo… read more

• U.S. Lost Passport Information

  There are two steps required when a passport has been lost. Passports must be reported as lost, and an application should be turned in to replace the lost passport. read more

• What to Do If Your United States Passport Is Lost or Stolen?

  Whether your passport is lost or stolen, it's important to report it to the State Department immediately. Your passport contains information that allows thieves to easily steal your identity. Once reported, your passport will be invalidated… read more

• US Postal Office Passport Information

  Many US postal offices are also passport acceptance facilities, giving you the option and convenience of having your application checked and sent via the USPS. The post office will forward your application to a regional passport agency or p… read more

• New Passport Information

  Applying for a United States passport is quite simple if you follow the steps below. It can take up to 10 weeks for you to receive your new passport, so it's a good idea to plan ahead and put in your passport application well in advance of… read more

• Changing Passport Information

  If your ultimate road trip involves crossing borders, whether you're going to Mexico to surf or Canada to experience the great northern vistas and trails, you'll need to be equipped with an updated, accurate passport. If you changed your na… read more

• How to Track Passport Applications

  Your backcountry hiking club booked a group trek to Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania. You've been stoked for months and have been purchasing the latest gear from an ultra-light all-weather tent to a solar battery charger. You turned in your passpo… read more

• U.S. Passport Information

  A passport is not only a required document for entering many foreign countries, but is also needed to reenter the United States. Here's some information about U.S. passports that every American traveler should know. read more

• Information About Passports

  To cross any U.S. border, obtain a foreign visa or even to book an international flight, you are going to need a passport. However, plan ahead, as it may take as long as six weeks to receive your passport. read more

• U.S. Passport Information for Children

  Regardless of age, all U.S. citizens must have passports to travel internationally. Before you plan that epic family trip, make sure that you are up to date on all of the passport requirements for children. read more

• USA Passport Information

  U.S. passports are required for all U.S. citizens that travel across country borders by air. These passports provide proof of citizenship, along with information that can help international officials identify you. Passports are for leisurel… read more

• Information on U.S. Passports

  In our global village, foreign travel is common. Travelers abroad need a passport to prove who they are and to regulate their presence in a foreign country. You must be a U.S. citizen to obtain a passport from the U.S. State Department. read more

• Updated Passport Information

  Starting on June 1, 2009, the rules for U.S. citizens entering the United States from a foreign country changed. Called the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI), this set of changes is particularly important for Americans traveling t… read more

• How to Track Passport Applications

  If you are a U.S. citizen, you will need a passport to travel to most foreign countries and re-enter the United States. Currently, it takes about six weeks for a passport to be issued and three weeks for expedited service. If you are runni… read more