Did anyone check my Asia to Alaska Timeline I placed on the blog? Well if you did, you would see that I had noted for your action list for September is to handle your US Passport needs. I know this may seem a bit early. But I agree with our experienced travel agent, Alex that since this is such a crucial piece of travel document, early is better. To help guide you further I have highlighted the US Passport Checklist that Independent Traveler provided. Please double check the fee as I did not verify with the actual US Department of State for the current fee. And finally, be sure that your expiration date on your passport is valid for at least 6 month prior to your return date to the States. The check list is noted below and if you would like to read the full article I have provided the following link address :
Passport Applications and Forms
http://www.independenttraveler.com/travel-tips/passports-and-international-travel/passport-applications-and-forms
US Passport Checklist
First-Time Passport Applications (Adults Age 16 and Up)
One 2x2 inch color photo, taken within the past six months
Proof of U.S. citizenship or nationality (such as a certified birth certificate)
Proof of identity (such as a driver's license) and a photocopy of that ID
Application fee ($135)
First-Time Passport Applications (Minors Under 16)
Form DS-3053 (necessary if only one parent is appearing with the child at time of application)
One 2x2 inch color photo, taken within the past six months
Proof of child's U.S. citizenship (such as a certified birth certificate)
Proof of adult's relationship to child (birth certificate may suffice)
Proof of adult's identity (such as a passport or driver's license) and a photocopy of that ID
Application fee ($105)
Passport Renewals (Adults Age 16 and Up)
Existing U.S. passport
One 2x2 inch color photo, taken within the past six months
Renewal fee ($110)
Passport Renewals (Minors Under 16)
Form DS-3053 (necessary if only one parent is appearing with the child at time of application)
One 2x2 inch color photo, taken within the past six months
Proof of child's citizenship (such as a certified birth certificate)
Proof of adult's relationship to child (birth certificate may suffice)
Proof of adult's identity (such as a passport or driver's license) and a photocopy of that ID
Application fee ($105)
Passport Card (Adults Age 16 and Up)
Form DS-11 OR
Form DS-82 (if you previously had a regular passport and are applying for the passport card as a renewal)
One 2x2 inch color photo, taken within the past six months
Proof of U.S. citizenship or nationality (such as a certified birth certificate)
Proof of identity (such as a driver's license) and a photocopy of that ID
Application fee ($55 for first-time applicants, $30 for those who already have a passport book and are applying for the card as a passport renewal)
Passport Card (Minors Under 16)
Form DS-3053 (necessary if only one parent is appearing with the child at time of application)
One 2x2 inch color photo, taken within the past six months
Proof of child's U.S. citizenship (such as a certified birth certificate)
Proof of adult's relationship to child (birth certificate may suffice)
Proof of adult's identity (such as a passport or driver's license) and a photocopy of that ID
Application fee ($40)
Name Changes
Current U.S. passport
Certified copy of document specifying name change
One 2x2 inch color photo, taken within the past six months
Renewal fee ($110) if you've had your passport longer than one year or if your name was changed for any reason other than marriage or court order
Lost or Stolen Passports
One 2x2 inch color photo, taken within the past six months
Proof of U.S. citizenship or nationality (such as a certified birth certificate)
Proof of identity (such as a driver's license) and a photocopy of that ID
Application fee ($135 for ages 16 and up, $105 for children under 16)
Additional Visa Pages
Current U.S. passport
Fee ($82)
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