Monthly Archives: April 2020
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Posted: April 27, 2020
Read more »How long does a passport last? Many Atlanta area residents wondering whether they need to renew their passports might be unsure about how long their travel documents are valid. Others considering obtaining a passport for the first time might also be unclear about how long their new passport books and/or passport cards will last.
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Posted: April 08, 2020Categories: Passports and Visas
Read more »Editor's Note (UPDATED February 25, 2023) -- U.S. passports are taking up to seven weeks to process using the government's expedited service. It is possible to get a passport in less time by scheduling an appointment with the Passport Agency by calling 877-487-2778 and appearing in person at their office.
Atlanta area residents who need to immediately obtain a new passport or renew their existing passport may find they have limited options. However, if you expect to travel internationally within a few days, there are a couple of choices for rush passport services.
Passports for adults are good for 10 years and a child’s passport is good for 5 years. Unless you monitor the expiration date on a regular basis, you can find yourself in a situation where you need to obtain a new passport immediately. An unplanned business trip or a family emergency overseas might force you to leave the country with little to no advance notice. You might realize your passport is about to expire (or has already lapsed) or is damaged.
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Posted: April 02, 2020Categories: Passports and Visas
Read more »Providing a good photo may seem like a minor part of the process Atlanta residents follow to obtain or renew their passports. However, the U.S. State Department reports that incorrect passport photos are the number one reason that delays passport applications.
