Department of state no longer adding visa pages to passports. Existing passport holders needing extra pages after this date must apply for a new book even for passports that are not expiring soon. Costs the same, but has more than double the visa pages of the 28 page passport 28 pages, but only 18 visa pages. Given that, id only add pages if you go through them quickly, like we do, andor have more than five years of validity remaining on your passport. If you have a passport card, what do or form to use for the book. If, however, you get the 28 version and later have to add pages, it will cost for those pages to be added. I am filling out a ds11 right now, and at the top it gives me the option of 28 page standard or 52 page nonstandard. The passport card is the size of a drivers license and is used for convenience as it is smaller and cheaper than the passport book. While issuing the 52 page variant may be at the discretion of the office, they seem to give it to basically anyone. Beginning january 1, 2016, applicants in need of additional pages in their valid passports must obtain a new passport.
In this video we explore should you use a passport book or a passport card when you travel. Please note that these fees are in addition to the cost of the photos. However, overnight mail return is only available for the u. The department determined that the demand for additional visa pages would be substantially reduced by issuing only the larger 52page passport books to overseas u. Usa 52 vs 28 page passport size im getting ready to renew my wife and is passports and am stuck between getting a 28 or 52 page passport. Should i opt for the 52 page us passport when renewing.
Otherwise it makes more sense to just renew, making sure to request the larger 52page book. You can apply for a passport book, a passport card, or both documents. Travel host and anthropologist, ilana fayerman, talks about the process of adding extra pages to your us passport from the nyc passport agency, on passport day 2012. The standard passport is 28 pages, and the nonstandard book is 52 pages. For more information, see these frequently asked questions about passports. Photocopies and notarized copies are not acceptable. There are several options when it comes to forms of identification for travel. When you apply for or renew your passport, you have the option of the 28 page version or the 52 page one they both cost the same. Youll just need to check the large book box on your application form.
Renew your passport early to make sure you have enough blank pages for visa stamps from other countries. A 52page passport is available upon request at no extra charge. Some countries require two blank pages for their entry and exit stamps. You can get an xl passport with extra pages for free. You will have to send in your current passport book to obtain a renewal passport. To request a larger 52 page passport book at no additional cost, simply check the 52 page box at the top of your passport application. Applicants within the united states may choose a 28page or 52page book. Filling a 52page passport in 8 months of heavy travel is not out of the question itself. If you want a 52page passport book, be sure to check the appropriate box on form ds82. While issuing the 52page variant may be at the discretion of the office, they seem to give it to basically anyone. Requests for additional 24page visa inserts will only be accepted until december 31, 2015.
Since it doesnt cost extra, i dont see any reason you wouldnt just go for the larger book. What are the benefits of the passport book vs passport card. Us should i get the standard or large passport book. Accordingly, a 52page passport book is the same size as a 28page book with a set of extra visa pages. At the latter part of 10 years it possible i would run out of. Some countries require you to justify why you want a passport with more pages before they issue one to you. You will get the passport book back, if you still wanted to use any visas in your old passport. Net, if you travel a lot, go with the 52 page version and save the cost. I recently renewed my old us passport that was set to expire in february 2012.
Take note that application fees and execution fees are paid separately. The thinner 28page book option is no longer available. How to get more pages in my us passport book quora. Getting a 52page passport international travel news. Form ds11 if you are applying for a passport for the first time, or you are not eligible to use the.
How to add passport pages in 2019 fastport passport. Honorable mention to egypt for their gigantic visa, but at least they stamped on the same page. They have 17 visa pages and 28 total pages, but you can request a 52page booklet at no additional cost on your application form. The good news is that there is no fee difference for book sizes. If you are not american and it costs the same whether its 52 pages or 28 pages, then take the 52 page passport. The 52page passport book will cost the same as 28page passport book would.
Form ds82 if you are renewing your passport book, or. It really depends on how much you are moving around. Traveling in 2448 hours for an emergency such as a serious illness, injury, or death in your immediate family. You can request and pay for expedited service if youre. Learn more on our covid19 update page and our frequently asked questions. So even if your passport isnt close to expiring, youll still have to. I got a new 52 page passport when i was 17 with no stamps on my previous passport by simply checking large book in my renewal form without paying anything extra or anything at all for that matter, it was with a ds5504.
Passport cards, a more convenient option for those traveling by land andor sea, will not be acceptable for air travel. The large passport book is 52 pages with 44 pages for passport stamps compared. If i already have a passport book, can i use the ds82 to get a passport card. The standard passport comes with 28 pages only 17 are for visas and the large passport comes with 52 pages i assume only 44 pages are for visas. Department of state has phased out the option of additional visa pages for u. The current standard us passport has 28 pages, 18 of them blank. You can request a 52page book on your ds11 for no additional cost by checking the box that reads, 52 page. You cant add extra pages anymore so youre better off getting the larger one. You may request a larger passport book with 52 pages for your child, at no additional cost, by checking the 52 page box at the top of the ds11. Last chance for extra us passport pages one mile at a time. Simply request a larger passport book when submitting your passport application at the u.
Theres now an option to get the thicker 52 page version instead of the regular 28 page version, with both costing the same. Theres now an option to get the thicker 52page version instead of the regular 28page version, with both costing the same. So i do travel alot but not like some of you for business do. In addition to the regular passport application costs, the expedited service.
A passport book is the only type of passport that can collect visa stamps. When applying for a new passport, applicants may apply for a 28page or 52page passport, with no additional cost for obtaining the 52page passport. Beginning october 1, 2014, all embassiesconsulates worldwide will issue only 52page passport books for fullvalidity passports. Large 54 page usa passport international travel news. Of those, 43 are blank to be used for visas and country entryexit stamps. However with the new rule in place, all passports issued now will be the 28 page book with the option to select 52page passport book for no extra cost. Just indicate your choice when you fill out form ds82. Adding pages used to be free, but since 2012 i think, they make you pay 82 dollars for a few paper pages. We were the first to abolish that facility then others soon followed, you could get extra pages added to a passport for years but then government soon realised they would make much more money by. You may request a larger passport book with 52 pages, at no additional cost, by checking the 52 page box at the top of the ds11. Yes, if you travel frequently, you may request to be issued a larger passport book with 52 pages and no extra cost to you.
New passport and renewal passport applicants can request the 52 page passport book for no additional cost. Always check this box on your passport application readers. If you travel frequently, check the 52 page box at the top of your passport application to receive a larger passport book with 52 pages. I got a new 52page passport when i was 17 with no stamps on my previous passport by simply checking large book in my renewal form without paying anything extra or anything at all for that matter, it was with a ds5504.
Travelers would add visa pages to their passport when they ran out of room for entry and exit stamps and visas. Filling a 52 page passport in 8 months of heavy travel is not out of the question itself. Yes, you can order the 52page passport book instead of the standard 28page version. Luckily, its free to request a 52page passport by simply checking a box on. Federal register proposed elimination of visa page. How much traveling would one have to do each year on average for them to need more. How much traveling would one have to do each year on average for them to need more than 20 pages. As of january 1, 2016, passports may no longer have pages added to them. However, the passport card cannot be used for travel by plane.
I recently found out that the us passport comes in two sizes. You can mail the completed application form along with your current passport, one passport photo and payment of fees to the address in the form. Passport books a guide on all united states passport books. County of rockland, new york apply for a new passport. The large passport book is 52 pages 44 page for passport stamps compared to only 28 pages for the regular book 20 pages for passport stamps. Some countries, including indonesia, require two blank pages for their entry and exit stamps. Also check if you are eligible for the 52 page passport. Of those 52 pages, 43 pages are blank and available for visas and entry exit stamps. Embassy as of october 1, 2016, all applicants issued a social security number, including children under 16, must provide it on their passport application forms in accordance with 22 u.