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U.S. Passport

Obtaining a passport

A passport is an internationally recognized travel document that verifies the identity and nationality of the bearer. A valid U.S. passport is required to enter and leave most foreign countries. Only the U.S. Department of State has the authority to grant, issue or verify US passports.

To obtain a passport for the first time, you need to go in person to one of the 7000 passport acceptance facilities located throughout the US with two photographs of yourself, proof of US citizenship, and a valid form of photo identification such as a driver’s license.

If you already have a passport but it's expired, you can renew by mail if:

Your most recent passport is available to submit and it is not damaged
You received the passport within the past 15 years
You were over age 16 when it was issued
You still have the same name, or can legally document your name change

For applications to apply for a passport, visit the State Department's web site.

Once you have your passport

It is best to make two photocopies of the data page of your passport (picture and detail page) and a copy of your Indian Visa. Leave one copy at home with someone you can contact in case of an emergency, and keep a copy for yourself to be kept separately from your passport (suitcase or other travel bag). If you lose your passport, promptly contact the nearest American embassy or consulate and the local police.

If your passport is lost or stolen in India, you may apply for a new passport by appearing at the Embassy’s Consular Section in India in person and completing an application.

What to do if your passport is lost while on a tour

If you lose your passport while on one of our tours, we will certainly be there to assist you every step of the way in getting a replacement. For your knowledge before you leave, here is what is required to acquire a new passport while in India.

Documents include:

If your passport has been lost or stolen, your birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or any other documents indicating your identity and nationality.
If your passport has been lost or stolen, a police statement of the circumstances concerning the loss.
Three recent identical photographs, preferably color, full face (NOT profile), size 5 cm x 5 cm (2 in x 2 in). Smaller photos are not acceptable. Photos submitted must have a head size top of head/hair to bottom of chin/beard) of approximately 3 cm (1 in to 1 3/8 in). You can get a passport photo made at most copy places such as Kinkos or Copymax or at Walgreens.
The fee for passport issuance varies between US $27 and $42.

The Embassy can also add pages to your passport and in certain cases amend or extend it.

NOTE: You will not need to carry your passport around with you while in India. In fact the hotel will on occasion hold your passport during your stay.

What next?

Fill out our travel application
Review tour costs
Book your travel through our special travel program and The Miracle Foundation will receive a portion of the commission
Get your Indian visa in order
Review the travel checklist

If you have any questions, please contact our Travel Coordinator Barbara Joubert at (512) 329-8635 or by e-mail at Barbara@MiracleFoundation.org.