Should I staple the pages of my passport application?

To avoid processing delays, be sure your photo meets all the photo requirements. Please note: Staple the photo to the application. Please use 4 staples vertically in the corners as close to the outer edges as possible.

Do I paperclip my check to my passport application?

Simply print a form from the U.S. Department of State and paperclip your photo to the application, along with your old passport and a money order or check. The check must include your full name and date of birth.

Do you have to staple the photo on a passport application?

When affixing passport photo to Form DS-82, you should to the following. Staple the passport photo to the application. Use the word "Staple" on the application as a guide. Do not bend the photo.

How many staples are used on a passport application?

I believe that a passport facility person will attach the photograph for you. Obviously, the person in charge of proofing the form hasn't updated the form to reflect this, and thus most people attach the photograph, with four staples, as instructed by text within the photo box.

Is it OK to fold my passport renewal application?

How should I send the passport renewal application? Place the completed application form and supporting documents in a large envelope. Do not fold the form. We recommend you mail the renewal form and any personal documents using a traceable delivery method.

How to Affix a Photo to a Passport Application

How do I staple my passport application?

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.

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.

Can I staple my old and new passport?

No! Don't do this! If you put a staple through your passport it could be judged as being “damaged” which will be enough to deny you entry to any other country even if you have a valid visa or residency.

Can you mail two passport applications one envelope?

Answer: Two applications that have been reviewed by an Acceptance Agent can be placed in one envelope. Multiple passport applications that are sent by mail for renewal should be placed in separate envelopes with their respective payments.

Can I smile in passport picture?

You are not allowed to smile when this photo is captured. So, if your passport has a smiling image and you have a neutral expression at the airport, you will be removed from the camera line and placed in an even longer line to see a human being.

What should I wear for my passport photo?

Passport photos are not the place to make fashion statements. The State Department wants your photo to be "taken in clothing normally worn on a daily basis." However, no uniforms, or clothing that looks like a uniform, or camouflage clothing is allowed. You also can't wear a hat or head covering in your photo.

Can I staple anything to my passport?

Absolutely correct: documents that are stapled on the pages of the passport, and not glued, can be removed after they have served their usefulness.

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.

Why do they punch holes in passport?

Many people like to have their old passports as a keepsake. Although your current passport does need to be turned in with your application, that passport will be returned to you. The canceled passport will have two small holes punched in the bottom of your identification page to mark it as canceled.

Can you glue your passport?

Unfortunately, you can't fix a damaged passport with a little tape and glue. If you have determined your passport is, in fact, damaged, it will have to be replaced.

How do you stick two passports together?

Stretch the rubber band along the spine of the booklets and engulf the the last page of your current passport and the first page of your previous passport in the band. Roll it back to the spine. Now the spines of your 2 passports are aligned and joined together.

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.

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.

What is the best way to mail 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.

Can you mail a stapled paper?

Staples and steel stitching are acceptable if spaced not more than 5 inches apart for easy and average loads (or 2-1/2 inches apart for difficult loads) and not more than 1-1/4 inches from the ends of the box.

Can you show teeth in passport photo 2020?

Yes, you may show your teeth in the passport photo, but only in a natural and gentle smile. If your expression is overdone, or unusual, the officers might reject your photo application.

What is the best color to wear for passport photos?

DO consider wearing a color other than black or white. Your photo will have a plain white background, so a colored shirt will help ensure your photo doesn't look washed out.

Can I wear earrings in my passport photo?

You can wear jewelry and keep on your facial piercings as long as they do not hide your face. Permanent tattoos are acceptable for passport purposes as well.