Updated November 2016
It was so exciting to tour London and Paris and take part in the Inaugural Disneyland Paris Half Marathon Weekend! But as with any travel overseas, I had to take time to get everything in place and planned well before I headed to the airport!
A very important item on your planning list must be your Passport!
Normal passport processing for new or renewed passports can take 4 to 6 weeks, so plan accordingly.
1. First Time Passport You must apply in person at an accepted Passport Office.
2. Renewing Your Passport
You can Renew by Mail IF Your Current Passport:
- is undamaged and can be submitted with your application
- was issued when you were 16 or older
- was issued within the last 15 years
- was issued in your current name
You will still need a new passport photo and you can find mailing instructions, forms and fees ONLINE
You will still need a new passport photo and you can find mailing instructions, forms and fees ONLINE
If you don't meet the above criteria, you must apply in person at a Passport Office
3. Traveling to France
If your Passport expires after you return home from Paris, in Oct, Nov, Dec of this year, I highly suggest renewing early. The European Union is currently reviewing all travel laws and you don't want any unexpected roadblocks for your trip home.
4. Fees
Fees can range from $30 to $165 dollars; be sure to add these fees to your travel budget. A full fee schedule is attainable in PDF
5. Passport Cards
Passport Cards are not valid for traveling internationally by Air, but they are good for identification and serve as a copy of your Passport.
6. Online Services
Don't use online third-party services to process your Passport. You will be handing over your personal information and passport to unidentified entities.
The process is actually easy, and I had Passport renewed within 4 weeks!
What about you? Have you checked your Passport Lately?
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Questions or concerns, let me know!
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