Passports and Travel Documents
Find out how to apply for a passport, renew an existing passport and expedite your passport application. Learn about the new U.S. passport card and how to get one.
Applying for Your Passport
If you plan to visit another country, you'll probably need a passport. Here's how to apply for your U. S. passport.
If you plan to visit another country, you'll probably need a passport. Here's how to apply for your U. S. passport.
How Can I Renew My U.S. Passport?
If your U.S. passport is about to expire or has expired within the last five years, you can easily renew it by mail. Find out how to renew your passport by mail or in person.
If your U.S. passport is about to expire or has expired within the last five years, you can easily renew it by mail. Find out how to renew your passport by mail or in person.
What Is a U.S. Passport Card?
The wallet-sized U.S. passport card is an alternative to the traditional passport book. The passport card can only be used for certain types of travel. Find out where and how to get a passport card and decide whether it's the right option for you.
The wallet-sized U.S. passport card is an alternative to the traditional passport book. The passport card can only be used for certain types of travel. Find out where and how to get a passport card and decide whether it's the right option for you.
How Can I Find My Nearest Passport Office?
If you need a U.S. passport and have never applied for one before, or if you applied for your last passport more than 15 years ago, you will need to go to a passport office (also called a passport acceptance facility) to submit your application. Finding a passport office is a simple process.
If you need a U.S. passport and have never applied for one before, or if you applied for your last passport more than 15 years ago, you will need to go to a passport office (also called a passport acceptance facility) to submit your application. Finding a passport office is a simple process.
What Is an International Driving Permit?
If you're planning to drive in another country, you may need to obtain an International Driving Permit before you travel. Some rental car companies require them. Learn about the application process and find out where to acquire an international driving permit.
If you're planning to drive in another country, you may need to obtain an International Driving Permit before you travel. Some rental car companies require them. Learn about the application process and find out where to acquire an international driving permit.
Ads for International Drivers' Licenses or Permits Could Be a Dead End
If you plan to rent a car in another country, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP). Learn about IDP's and where to get them. Find out how to avoid IDP scams.
If you plan to rent a car in another country, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP). Learn about IDP's and where to get them. Find out how to avoid IDP scams.