Do both parents need to be present to renew child passport?
Do both parents need to be present to renew child passport?
Parents or guardians must appear with the child when applying for a passport and must sign the DS-11 form in front of the passport agent. If both parents/guardians are available, both must appear, or one may appear and bring a signed and notarized DS-11 form for the other parent/guardian.
Should I destroy old passports?
Never simply throw a passport away. Even if the government has canceled it, it could still be used by thieves to commit forgery or identity theft. Do not destroy a passport unless it has been officially canceled. Even if it is expired, you may need to present it to a passport agency in order to obtain a replacement.
Is there any reason to keep expired passports?
The expired passport still proves your citizenship. The U.S. State Department recommends on its website that you keep your passport because “it is considered proof of your U.S. citizenship.” As this USA Today article points out, there are many scenarios in which an expired passport cannot be used as a valid ID.
Do we need old passport for visa interview?
No, you do not need to apply for new visa. The visa will remain valid even if it is in your old, cancelled passport. If you do not want to carry two passports, you should consider applying for a new US visa through the Interview Waiver Program (IWP).
Can I enter US with less than 6 months on my passport?
As a general rule, passports must be valid for six months beyond the date the traveler will exit the U.S., however, the U.S. has signed agreements with a number of countries to waive this requirement.
Can I travel with new passport and visa on old passport?
There is no need to transfer the visa. You however have to carry both the old and the new passport for travel to India.
What if my US passport expires while I’m abroad?
The short answer is “no,” at least not if you’re traveling out of the country. An expired passport is simply not acceptable for international travel. If your passport is expired or is expiring within the next 6 months, you need to renew your passport. By definition, an expired passport isn’t valid.
