Passport Renewal Reminder

A passport is an officially recognized government document that certifies one’s identity and citizenship and permit’s a citizen to travel abroad and the case of a United States passport to re-enter the United States.

A passport’s validity is determined by the applicant’s age: Age 16 and older- 10 year validity Age 15 and under- 5 year validity.

The answer depends upon the country you are planning to visit. A passport is required by most countries in order to enter. A document indicating proof of citizenship is always required to re-enter the United States. In some instances when traveling by car or overland (Mexico, Canada, etc.), a valid passport card will suffice as the proof of citizenship; however, as indicated many countries require a passport to gain entry. The United States State Department “recommends” a passport as evidence of citizenship in ALL cases.

Yes. All persons, including newborn infants, are required to obtain passports in their own names.