Travel Tips and Passport Information

Passport Renewal – Step-by-Step Guide

Passport Renewal – Step-by-Step Guide

Renewing your passport or updating your name change is a fairly simple process compared to some of the other types of passport applications.  The passport name change process follows the passport renewal steps so you can use this guide for both. There are two ways of getting your passport renewed.  You can choose to do your passport renewal through traditional means by going to your local post office for 6-8 week service or you can use an expediting company which offers faster service options.

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Do You Need a Passport for a Disney Cruise?

Do You Need a Passport for a Disney Cruise?

Do you need a passport for a Disney cruise? Anytime you leave the US, you should carry a valid passport- including on all cruises in international waters. While some cruises may not require a passport (if your Disney cruise starts and ends at the same US port), the US Department of State recommends always traveling with a passport.

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Finding a Lost Passport

Finding a Lost Passport

It’s easy to replace a lost passport. A lost, stolen, or damaged passport can be replaced in 6-8 weeks through the post office or county clerk. However, if you need your passport fast, there are better options for you.

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Can I Use a Valid Visa in an Expired Passport?

Can I Use a Valid Visa in an Expired Passport?

Adult passports are valid for 10 years after they are issued. Depending on the country, travel visas can also be good for many years as well. Unfortunately, the expiration date on your travel visas is unlikely to coincide with the expiration date on your passport.

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31 Best Travel Apps For a Smooth Trip

31 Best Travel Apps For a Smooth Trip

What could be more glamorous than traveling the world? But you know the truth. Friends and family might envy your jet-setter lifestyle, but your Instagram doesn’t show them the exhausting, stressful reality of international travel.

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