How do you locate where your passport is?
Q. I applied for a passport back in February. Due to a high volume of passport applications, receiving a passport has been bumped up to 10 weeks. We are leaving for our honeymoon May 7th. I just looked at the government website for passports and it said my fiance and I's passport have been received and processed. Then they game me a passport locator number. My question is, how do I use the number they gave me to find out where our passports are?
Asked by Bunny83 - Mon Apr 9 16:37:03 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Call your local congressional office. They have a direct linkl number, and can call to get the exact location and timing of yoru passport.
Answered by redgralle - Mon Apr 9 16:44:47 2007

Do I need my passport to travel to EU countries if I have a residence permit card?
Q. I'm an Indonesian, and have a Netherlands residence permit card. Do I still need my passport to travel to EU countries, since the 3 month visa I have inside the passport has expired anyway? And do I queue in the EU line, or the International passport line?
Asked by aroma66 - Thu May 7 10:37:17 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You will need your passport and the Netherlands residence permit (Verblijfsdocument) for travel outside of the Netherlands. You don't need to queue since there are no passports controls on Schengen internal flights. You cannot go without a visa to EU countries which are not party of the Schengen travel agreement, those are Ireland and the United Kingdom. The new EU countries Cyprus and Romania allow a 5 day transit, Bulgaria grants a 36 hours transit. Non EU countries which also apply to the Schengen agreement and may be visited without immigration procedures are Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein. Holders of a Netherlands residence permit may also visit the microstates which do not have border controls and de facto accept Schengen country… [cont.]
Answered by GPapenburg - Thu May 7 20:10:35 2009

How to renew Indian Passport on the expiry of 10 yrs period and how to change surname after marriage?
Q. My daughter is married after she got her passport in Jan' 1999. 1.What is the procedure to renew the passport and 2.What is the procedure to change the surname in her renewed passport?
Asked by venkataramana m - Mon May 12 07:04:14 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Go to your nearest Regional paasport office and take a passsport application and fill up along with required documents and submit a copy of the wedding card for surname change.
Answered by Kutty_21 - Mon May 12 08:17:06 2008

How long must US passport must be good in order to travel in Italy?
Q. My passport expires March 9, 2009. I will travel 3 weeks in Italy returning to the US Oct 12, 2008. Some countries require a passport to be valid 6 months after departure. Is there any Italian requirement that a US passport be valid for any length of time after departure my from Italy?
Asked by Vince D - Mon Jul 7 20:05:51 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. 90 Days!
Answered by sealove - Mon Jul 7 22:53:41 2008

which passport to use to travel to Indonesia from US for my son who holds 2 passport?
Q. My 10 month-old is traveling to Indonesia. He was born in the US. He also has Indonesian passport. Which passport should he use? If we continue travel to some other south east asian countries (ie Singapore/Malaysia/Thaila nd) from Indonesia, which passport should he use? Anyone has recent experiences?
Asked by A_ing - Thu Oct 2 12:40:40 2008 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Indonesian passport will allow him to enter South East Asian (SEA) countries without visa while using USA passport may cost you visa arrangement & costs to enter SEA countries. I think it is wiser to use Indonesian passport to enter Indonesia & SEA countries then using USA passport when returning to USA.
Answered by indahs - Sun Oct 5 06:58:23 2008

When applying for FIRST adult passport do you have to send your child passport with your application?
Q. I'm about to apply for my First 10 year adult passport as my childs passport is about to run out. I'm 19 and currently use my passport as my only form of indentification. When applying for a first adult passport, does anyone know if you have to send your child passport with your application? Also, if you are going to one of the canary islands do you require 3 months valid on your passport?
Asked by CamdenGirl - Mon Apr 14 05:19:04 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. no you do not you just fill out the adult application form for a passport x enjoy your holiday
Answered by Ash :) - Mon Apr 14 05:22:15 2008

What happens if your passport is lost in the mail when you apply for a visa?
Q. If you have sent the embassy a prepaid envelope to return your passport and your passport is lost in the mail, what do you do? Particularly if you're traveling in 3 weeks what can you do?
Asked by Hello There - Mon Dec 24 15:11:52 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The US Embassy in manila uses a reliable courier service. In your case, you can actually sue the courier company which lost your passport leading to this inconvenience. This means you have to go back to number 1, get an affidavit of loss of passport, certified by a notary public, report loss of passport to the police ( maybe u can bypass this ) , apply for new passport then apply for a US visa again. It is really inconvenient.
Answered by Cest Moi - Tue Dec 25 10:50:16 2007

What is the minimum passport validity to enter canada as a Permanent Resident?
Q. I have a valid Immigrant visa which expires on 20th March. I intend to land in Canada on 11th Feb, and my passport expires on 9th June. Will the validity of my passport create a problem for me as far as travelling to Canada is concerned?
Asked by bulbul_23 - Thu Jan 10 12:33:06 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. No, it won't make any difference. Just check into the requirements for getting a new passport so that you aren't stuck with having to sort it out on an emergency basis.
Answered by Imaka - Thu Jan 10 12:52:52 2008

What is a biometrical passport picture and how do I get one?
Q. I will be studying abroad in Germany for about four months and I have to get a student visa. I have to have a passport sized pic for it, and it has to be in a biometrical format. First off, what is a biometrical passport pic? Secondly, what does one look like and lastly, how do I obtain one? Can I use a home personal picture program such as Kodak and a digital camera and make one at home, or do I need to use a professional printing service? All and any help would be appreciated!
Asked by amerikan007 - Wed Mar 15 17:00:17 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. As for the picture, a biometric passport PHOTO is simply a portrait of you from the neck up with your head turned a bit off to the side. Make sure you have a neutral expression. Everytime I had to go to the "Auslaenderbehoerde" or Foreigner's Office as an American in Germany, I just looked for a friendly Turkish person near the photomat and asked them for help - they always knew the ins and outs! :-)
Answered by PedestrianMe - Wed Mar 15 17:23:30 2006

How To Get a Passport Quickly From My Post Office Without Stress?
Q. I'm an 18yr old male, college student, residing in Los Angeles California and on July 3rd am going to be in China for about 4 weeks. This is my 1st time travelling outside the United States and have never obtained a passport. Therefore am completely clueless on how to obtain one; especially in a shorter amount of time since the trip is a mere six (6) weeks away. Luckly I live about 2 blocks from a post office and I know they do passports there but can someone fill me in on what I need to do to get one? Especially in this short amount of time? What do i need, when do i need it and how soon? Is there anyway I can speed things up by doing them online? Website links and valuable information is greatly appreciated. Thanks!!!
Asked by Hamlet S - Wed May 16 16:47:20 2007 - - 3 Answers - 1 Comments

A. You need your actually birth certificate (not the one from the hospital but the real one from the county with the stamp, no copies allowed), and $100. They can take your picture there, you can fill it out there and off it will go. They can tell you if you need to spend a little extra to expedite the passport so you should bring your e-ticket from the airline with you. You might even need to make an appointment and go to the federal building to get it. Passports are taking about 3 months to process right now. You need to go the post office as soon as you can and sorry but you can't fill out any of it on-line.
Answered by Just a friend. - Wed May 16 17:02:37 2007

How long does it take to get your passport if you go to the passport office?
Q. It doenst explain on the application or website, when you pay an expedit fee is your passport still mailed or is it done the same day. i know it says going to the passport office is the best option for those planning on travelling within 14 days... but does anyone know the turn aroudn time on getting your actual passport?
Asked by wear my heart on my butt - Fri Jun 20 03:14:56 2008 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments

A. The best site for your information is the US State Department If it's your first passport, you'll have to go into a passport office anyway. Renewals can be done on-line or submitted by mail. Once the application is submitted it takes at least 3-4 weeks to receive your passport in the mail. They can also expedite your application within 2 weeks with a door-to-door service. You can also check the status of your application at the same website. There are some upcoming changes with Passport cards, it's supposed to be more efficient as far as avoiding fraud or theft. There are some sites that offer 24hour passport service, but there are additional costs involved and there's no guarantee it's legit. Hope this helps!
Answered by just_rita808 - Fri Jun 20 03:57:03 2008

Do we need a passport to go to Canada from Michigan?
Q. Next August, 2008, my husband and I have a meeting in Canada, and are planning to take our children, the oldest of whom will be 11. We are all US (Michigan) citizens. Will we all need passports, how much does a passport cost, and how long is it valid? Is this done through the Secretary of State's office? By the way, we'll be driving, not flying, if that makes any difference.
Asked by Steph-annie - Fri Jun 8 12:14:14 2007 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments

A. This isn't static, it is a work in progress, so you will need to keep on top of it between now and then. Right now, the suggested rules for next year (driving) is you and your husband will need passports and you will need birth certificates for the kids. (Revised rules announced Feb 2007) I would start the process soon. Passports are valid for 5 years, and the US has an easier process to renew a passport. You can get an application at any post office, or at my second link. It costs $97 each, plus photos. See the link - scroll to the bottom for Children. The rule change in the news today is those flying this summer only need to show they applied for a passport because of passport issue backlogs. So, they still would have had to… [cont.]
Answered by JuanB - Fri Jun 8 13:44:39 2007

What happens if a passport just expires before arrival at the destination?
Q. Here is the scenario. The passport is still valid while embarking at a country. The flight travels for 4 hours and because of the timezone difference, the passport already expired while landing at the home country destination. What will happen now? Will they try me for violation? P.S: I am not into this situation. Just to understand the general immigration procedures.
Asked by Nirmal Natarajan - Thu Aug 27 21:21:52 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. you have to have enough left on your passport for the amount of time you will be away or you will not be allowed to leave your country some countries demand you have at least 6 months left on your passport
Answered by tuppenybitz - Thu Aug 27 23:10:02 2009

Where do i enquire about my specific passport query ?
Q. I am planning to visit Sri Lanka for 10 days in February 2009. My Passport is expiring in April 2009. I am a Citizen Of India living in Mumbai. I dont have time to renew my passport as it would take atleast 3 months to get a new one. Can i travel on my soon to expire passport to Sri Lanka ? If no, what are the exact requirements that needs to be done ?
Asked by Milind Desai - Sat Dec 27 03:38:59 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Passport should be valid atleast 3 months from the date of entry.
Answered by vakayil k - Sat Dec 27 06:24:51 2008

Do you need an actual passport to book international flights?
Q. I am applying for one soon, but prob won't get it until about a month before I leave and the tickets will be booked sometime before that. They will probably be purchased online. Will I need a passport or passport number just to book them?
Asked by car_lover_42020 - Sun Mar 18 22:46:38 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. No, you just need it for the actual travel.
Answered by CR - Sun Mar 18 22:50:27 2007

How do I print off passport sized photos using paint in Accesories?
Q. I need a passport sized photograph, but it isn't for a passport. I read somewhere you can do this using paint. Can anyone explain how I could do this?
Asked by Dale B - Mon Aug 25 08:59:07 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. get your photo of your self import it to paint resize it to whatever the size of a passport pic is
Answered by darren O - Mon Aug 25 09:03:46 2008

How to change a passport from a relative?
Q. I want to change my south african passport to a namibian passport, how can I do this? My mother and my granparents from her side were born in namibia, I lost my south african passport and now want to apply for my mom's passport (as mine) what do I need to do or have, to do this? Please help
Asked by Allene v - Thu Jun 4 07:38:01 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

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Answered by Sidwell - Thu Jun 4 13:29:29 2009

Do I need a passport to travel from Edinburgh to London via plane?
Q. I am planning a trip to London from Edinburgh. The home office has my passport, as I am trying to obtain a tier 1 visa. Do I need a passport to travel on a plane from Edinburgh to London? I assumed I only needed a picture ID, but I recall in an episode of Airport a man being very angry because he needed a passport to fly between Scotland and England. I wasn't sure if this was because he just needed some form of photo ID or actually needed a passport. Thanks for your help!
Asked by Serena - Tue Sep 16 17:28:59 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. From traveler s information on British Airways: We do not require to see a passport or photo identification if you are travelling on purely UK domestic flights* (i.e. with no onwards international flights). If you are travelling on an e-ticket, you will need to have the credit/debit card originally used to pay for the booking. This is for identification purposes only and you will not be charged again. *If your credit card has expired since payment was made, you have a new credit card or you do not have your original credit card you used for payment with you, you will not be able to use the Self-Service kiosks or check-in desks. Please go to the ticket desk at the airport. The ticket desk will be able to check your booking and enable it… [cont.]
Answered by GPapenburg - Tue Sep 16 22:32:19 2008

What if the passport expires while it is awaiting for the extension of visa?
Q. What is the legal entitlement if the passport expires and it is still with the home office for the extension of visa ? What if home office is taking ages to process the visa and not responding after contacting them through e-mail, fax , phone?
Asked by Baitoroni - Tue Jul 8 07:15:29 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. if they haven't returned your passport to you, then you're fine, you can still stay in this country during this period, nothing to worry, if your visa application get refused, that's when you should worry, but most likely you will pass, good luck,
Answered by UK Hottie - Tue Jul 8 07:54:44 2008

Do you NEED to bring a passport if your going to 1000 islands?
Q. Well I'm going to 1000 islands next week but Im not sure if I need a passport or not. I'm from Canada and I'm only planning on visiting the Canadian parts. Do I need to bring my passport along?
Asked by Lakers2k9Champs - Tue Jun 30 09:58:14 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I think you may want to check that out.Heart Island is the location of Boldt Castle and you can get off the boat for a short period of time to tour the site.Since it is considered a port of entry for both Canada and the United States you may want to check that out. You probably will be able to take the boat tour but without a valid passport you may not be able to leave the boat, A call to any local travel agent will clarify this point for you. I was on the Thousand Island tour many moons ago and thoroughly enjoyed it. If memory seves me right we boarded in Gananoque.
Answered by gussie - Tue Jun 30 10:09:54 2009