Do I staple the photo to my passport application?

Photos should be stapled or glued to Form DS-82 or DS-11 (application for U.S. passport). If the photograph is stapled, the staples should be placed as far away as possible from the applicant's face. Photos taken in front of busy, patterned, or dark backgrounds will not be accepted.

Should I staple my passport application?

Provide one new passport photo.

Once your photo is ready, be sure to staple it to the front of your application. Calculate your application fees and include them by personal check or money order. Checks should be payable to the U.S. Department of State; cash will not be accepted.

What happens if I don't staple my passport photo?

Answer: The application will likely be processed but the passport might not be delivered in 1-2 days. You may contact the NPIC at 1-877-487-2778 to find out if you can pay the difference over the phone.

Should I staple the 2 pages of my passport application?

Answer: You need to send two (original or certified), one for each application. Question: I accidentally separated the pages of my passport renewal form that I got at the post office. Is that OK and should I staple the pages together before mailing. Answer: Please staple them together.

Is it OK to fold passport application?

Place the completed application form and supporting documents in a large envelope. Do not fold the form.

How to Affix a Photo to a Passport Application

Can I mail passport in normal envelope?

Answer: You cannot. Please send the application in an envelope enough to fit the documents without folding.

How do I staple old and new passport?

Staple the old passport with the residency sticker to the new passport. Take both passports and hand both over. Immigration officials deal with this all the time.

How do I attach a check to my passport application?

Cash isn't accepted, and checks must be made payable to "U.S. Department of State." On the front of the check, print the full name and date of birth of the applicant. For expedited service, you'll pay an additional $60 if applying by mail or in person.

What does affix photo mean?

'Affix a recent color photograph' means attach your current coloured photograph which must be in the required format and 'get attested by principal of college where you study' means you have to get it signed by your principal to proof that this is genuine. Yes this is mendatory process to give evidence.

How do you know if your passport photo is rejected?

You will know if your passport picture gets denied soon after submitting it along with the other necessary documents. The agency will inform you that they have faced an issue while processing your application and disclose the reason for rejecting your photo.

Will my passport photo be rejected if I smile?

Tilting your head forward or backward, looking down, showing teeth, or making an emotive expression (such as an overly excited face) will result in a photo that you cannot use for your passport. If you smirk, blink, frown, or wink, take another shot!

How will I know if my passport is denied?

Additionally, you can call the National Passport Information Center at 1-877-487-2778 (or 1-888-874-7793 if you're hearing-impaired). The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. EST, and normally Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. EST, but Saturdays are currently not listed.

How many photos do I need for a passport?

Only one passport photo is required when applying for most passport services, especially a new issue or renewal. Your application can be delayed significantly if your photo does not meet established standards.

What is the best way to send a passport?

The Priority Mail Express Flat Rate Envelope is the Best Way to Send a Passport (and Most Recommended by Government Agencies) The most popular option for shipping a passport is to use the Priority Mail Express Flat Rate Envelope.

Do you need 2 photos to renew passport?

You must provide one photo with your passport application. All our photo policies apply to both adults and children under age 16. We have a few exceptions to our photo policies for infants.

What kind of envelope should I send my passport renewal in?

Be sure to use a large envelope to send your passport renewal package. The US Department of State encourages the use of larger envelopes, not letter-size envelopes so that you do not have to fold any of the forms or documents you are submitting.

Do I need to send my old passport when renewing?

We recommend that you keep your expired passport, as it can still be extremely useful even if it is not valid. To get a new, valid passport, you need to be able to send your expired passport to the Passport Office by post, along with any other supporting documents, including your passport photo.

What do you do with your old passport when you renew it?

If your passport has expired, then you will need to renew it before you travel internationally. The process usually involves submitting your old passport to the government passport agency, either in person or by mail. Therefore, you will need to hold on your expired passport at least until you apply for your new one.

Should I destroy my old passport?

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.

What will happen to my old passport after renewal?

In case of passport reissue, the new passport will be released while the old passport will be cancelled and returned. However, any of the active visas on the old passport will still be valid and can be used till expiry of the particular visa.

How long does it take to renew passport by mail?

It may take up to 9 weeks, plus mailing time. Due to high volumes, processing times are longer than usual. It may take up to 2 weeks, plus mailing time.

What happens if you mess up your passport application?

If you send in your passport application through the post office, and there's a mistake, the Passport Agency will put your application in “suspense.” This means that it is on hold until the error can be corrected. The Passport Agency will send you a letter via First-Class Mail explaining the problem.

What happens if you make a mistake on your passport application form online?

The online passport application portal allows you to easily correct mistakes made while you're filling them out. If you send it in with incorrect info on it, simply write to the Passport Office explaining the mistake and how to rectify it, along with giving the date and your signature.

What will disqualify you from getting a passport?