A photocopy of your passport does not count. It must be the real deal. It must also be the most recently issued passport. You cannot travel solely on a previously issued passport as the U. The passport is still returned to you. It can only be used in conjunction with your current valid passport if you have valid visas in the previously issued passport as they are not transferred over so you will need to travel with both passports if you intend to use the previously issued visa with your new passport.
If your passport is lost or stolen, it will need to be replaced. You cannot check your passport validity without actually holding your passport in hand. Take a thorough look at your passport to make sure it is not damaged.
Passport damage comes in many different forms. If your passport has normal fatigue from travel and use, you are fine. However, if your passport has too much wear and tear, or your dog chewed the corner, or your photo and info pages are no longer in clean condition, you will need to replace your passport.
Replace it today. Check your passport thoroughly before you leave for your trip. Check the expiration date. Your passport should have at least six months of validity. What does six months validity mean? Erika Owen.
Your passport or visa expired Most destinations require your passport to be valid for at least six months after you return home to avoid this kind of situation. Your passport or visa was stolen Unfortunately, this happens — and it happens a lot.
You only have a passport card A passport card is valid documentation in some situations. Sign up for our daily newsletter. Sign up. I would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not sell your email.
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