The Passport Application Process Made Easy

Normally, passports are used at checkpoints whenbe able to electronically fill out the proper form.
an individual is traveling internationally. When itThe individual also has the option to print out the
comes to passports, there are two kinds forappropriate form and complete it using a pen.
which a person can apply. One is the passportOnce the proper application has been completed,
booklet. The other is the passport card. It doesan individual will need to present a form of proof
not matter which one an individual is applying for,of U.S. citizenship, a form of primary identification
as far as filling out a passport application goes.or a combination of acceptable secondary
Both forms of passports require an individual to fillidentification, a copied version of the identification,
out the proper paperwork.and two copies of the same photograph. As with
Individuals needing to travel internationally on amost things in this society too, an individual will
plane will need a passport booklet. A passportneed to pay a fee. For the specific guideline on all
card, on the other hand, can only be used byof these, go online or call a local government
individuals looking to travel in North America. Theoffice.
card cannot be used to travel on planes, even ifThe individuals who meet certain criteria will not
the plane trip is from one country in Northhave to make an appearance at a governmentally
America to another. Similar to a driver's license,mandated facility and they will not have to fill out
the card will be able to fit into a wallet. TheForm DS-11. Instead, they will fill out Form DS-82.
booklet will not fit into the standard wallet, though.The individuals filling out this form can only be
As for the passport application, most people willindividuals looking to renew an already existing
need to complete Form DS-11. Individuals whopassport. Those that meet the guidelines posted
have never had a passport before only have theonline have the option to mail in the application.
option of filling out this form. They will need toWhether an individual is filling out Form DS-82 or
make an appearance at a governmentallyDS-11, he or she will not have a hard time with it.
specified location. For a list of the locations, checkThey are rather simple documents that ask such
online at the government's Web site.questions relating to the date of birth and social
Usually, local post offices have the ability tosecurity number.. There are a few questions
perform the passport processing. The only waydealing with family history, so it would be wise to
an individual can know for sure, though, is to gobe near a phone in case a family member needs
online and check. Once online too, an individual willto be called.