To mitigate the impact of this change, the department of state began issuing 52page passport books in october 2014, which means more pages in every passport. Always check this box on your passport application readers. And dont forget that you can always order a bigger, 52page passport as opposed to the standard 28page one free of charge when youre applying for the first time or renewing an. Im currently a freshman in college and am planning on studying abroad in europe within the next school year. Of those, 43 are blank to be used for visas and country entryexit stamps. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Some countries require you to justify why you want a passport with more pages before they issue one to you.
Of those 52 pages, 43 pages are blank and available for visas and entry exit stamps. If your passport has been significantly damaged, especially the book cover or the page displaying your personal data and photo, you will need to apply for a new passport. If you count one page per trip one entry stamp and one exit stamp on the same page, 10 years. The 52 page option is for those who frequently travel abroad during the passport validity period and is recommended for applicants who have previously required the addition of visa pages. Additional passport pages as of january 1, 2016, visa page inserts vpi are no longer available for u. Guide to adding passport pages to a passport passport. In order to print the form with the 2d bar code, you will need to. Us should i get the standard or large passport book. It is appropriate for all travel purposes except for travel for us government purposes, including tourist travel, business travel, flight crew travel, and travel. How to get extra passport pages for free rush my passport. On the top of the application form, select us passport book or both if you also want a walletsized passport card and then select 52 page book nonstandard. I recently renewed my old us passport that was set to expire in february 2012.
So i do travel alot but not like some of you for business do. For more information, see these frequently asked questions about passports. Feb 20, 2020 you will need to specify that you are applying for a us passport book and you may select the standard 28 page book or the extra 52 page book. For passport renewal ds82, newfirst time passport ds11, or corrections, name change within 1 year of passport issuance, and limited passport holders ds5504, fill out the required application online, and towards the end of the application, choose passport book, and check the 52 page book option. There are several options when it comes to forms of identification for travel. If you renew your passport within the united states, please indicate your preference for a 28page or 52page book by checking the appropriate box at. The department determined that the demand for additional visa pages would be substantially reduced by issuing only the larger 52 page passport books to overseas u. Jul 09, 2019 youll also be able to select whether or not you want a regular book or a larger, 52page passport. Types of us passport books get your passport book today. But since january 1, 2016, the rule has changed for security reasons, so applicants must ask for either a 28 page or 52 page book at the time of applying for a new passport.
Aug 26, 2018 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. Most foreign countries require a specific number of blank visa pages in a passport as an entry requirement. For more information see page i ot instructions, 52 page book nonstandard 28 page book standard note. While issuing the 52page variant may be at the discretion of the office, they seem to give it to basically anyone.
Filling a 52 page passport in 8 months of heavy travel is not out of the question itself. While issuing the 52 page variant may be at the discretion of the office, they seem to give it to basically anyone. The current standard us passport has 28 pages, 18 of them blank. However, you may be confused by the option of an adult standard 32 page passport compared to an adult jumbo 48 page passport.
New hampshire 52 with a view passport, by steve baileywith brio, 2016. This could be the worlds largest passport travel smithsonian magazine. The thinner 28page book option is no longer available. It really depends on how much you are moving around. In this video we explore should you use a passport book or a passport card when you travel. Feb 12, 2019 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. Jul 07, 2015 if you are not american and it costs the same whether its 52 pages or 28 pages, then take the 52 page passport. 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. Beginning october 1, 2014, all embassiesconsulates worldwide will issue only 52page passport books for fullvalidity passports. If you are thinking about applying for or renewing a u. This option allows you to receive a book with twice the amount of pages as the standard book to avoid adding pages down the road. Since october 1, 2014, all embassies and consulates worldwide have been issuing only 52page passport books for fullvalidity passports. As of that date, posts no longer accept requests for the 28page standard opdp.
New passport and renewal passport applicants can request the 52 page passport book for no additional cost. At the latter part of 10 years it possible i would run out of. Federal register proposed elimination of visa page. Jul 17, 2012 passport book 28 or 52 pages, which to choose. To mitigate the impact of this coming change, applicants at overseas posts routinely receive 52 page passports starting october 1, 2014. Starting january 1, 2016, applicants who need extra pages will need to apply to renew their passports and be issued the standard 52 page book. 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. Theres now an option to get the thicker 52 page version instead of the regular 28 page version, with both costing the same. The correct book type must be indicated on the form ds11, ds 82, or ds5504 for overseas applicant book personalization. Read warning on page 1 of instructions please select the documents for which you are applying. Federal register proposed elimination of visa page insert. 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. Theres still time, of course, to get extra pages before the rule goes into effect. If you renew your passport within the united states, please indicate your preference for a 28page or 52page book by checking the appropriate box at the top of.
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. 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. 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. The thinner 28 page book option is no longer available. 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. Pages must be singlesided and on lettersize format paper. When should i get a 52page united states passport vs. If you want a 52page passport book, be sure to check the appropriate box on form ds82. The nonstandard, 52 page book has 43 blank pages for visas. The passport book is required for international air travel. The large passport book is 52 pages with 44 pages for passport stamps compared to only 28 pages for the regular book 20 pages for passport stamps. You may receive your newlyissued passport and your citizenship documents e. There is the option to get a 52 page nonstandard passport and under that option it says 52 page book nonstandard the nonstandard passport 52 page book is for those who frequently travel abroad and is recommended for applicants who have previously required the addition of visa pages. Just indicate your choice when you fill out form ds82.
Because of public health measures to prevent the spread of covid19. Since january 1st, 2016, applicants who need extra pages must apply to renew their passports and will be issued the standard 52page book. Your passport renewal will come with extra pages already included, at no extra charge to you. Learn more on our covid19 update page and our frequently asked questions. 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. Nov 19, 2018 for passport renewal ds82, newfirst time passport ds11, or corrections, name change within 1 year of passport issuance, and limited passport holders ds5504, fill out the required application online, and towards the end of the application, choose passport book, and check the 52 page book option. Should i or shouldnt i get a 52page nonstandard passport. Nov 06, 2016 luckily, its free to request a 52page passport by simply checking a box on the application form. You can get an xl passport with extra pages for free.
Yes, if you travel frequently, you may request to be issued a larger passport book with 52 pages and no extra cost to you. The 52 page option is for those who frequently travel abroad during the passport validity period and is recommended. Since it doesnt cost extra, i dont see any reason you wouldnt just go for the larger book. 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. How much traveling would one have to do each year on average for them to need more. Costs the same, but has more than double the visa pages of the 28 page passport 28 pages, but only 18 visa pages.
Us passport 52 page book, infographic showing the steps to renew or apply for a u. Us passport book us passport book and us passport card book specifications. There is no downside to having the extra passport pages, except a few extra ounces to carry. The state department will accept orders for 24page visa inserts until dec. Filling a 52page passport in 8 months of heavy travel is not out of the question itself. Large book nonstandard at the top of the first page if desired. There is no additional charge for the larger passport book, which allows for more visa and stamp space for frequent travelers. If you travel extensively and are renewing your passport be sure to check the 52 page book option while filling out your ds82 form. Us passport renewal or second passport concierge service please complete all fields request for.
Large 54 page usa passport international travel news. Yes, you can order the 52page passport book instead of the standard 28page version. Since october 1, 2014, all embassies and consulates worldwide have been issuing only 52 page passport books for fullvalidity passports. I recently found out that the us passport comes in two sizes. The nonstandard, 52page book has 43 blank pages for visas. If you want a 52 page passport book, be sure to check the appropriate box on form ds82. Youll also be able to select whether or not you want a regular book or a larger, 52page passport. Since january 1st, 2016, applicants who need extra pages must apply to renew their passports and will be issued the standard 52 page book.
Should i opt for the 52 page us passport when renewing. For children age 15 and under, the passport is valid for 5 years and for adults 16 and older it is valid for 10 years. What are the benefits of the passport book vs passport card. Damage that might require you to replace your passport includes water damage, a significant tear, unofficial markings on the data page, missing visa pages torn out, a hole. The standard passport is 28 pages, and the nonstandard book is 52 pages. A us passport allows you to travel anywhere in the world by plane, car, or boat. But since january 1, 2016, the rule has changed for security reasons, so applicants must ask for either a 28page or 52page book at the time of applying for a new passport. We can send your passport book using a 12 day delivery service. Luckily, its free to request a 52page passport by simply checking a box. Please contact the national passport information center npic if you do not receive a second mailing within 10 business days of receiving the first. Accordingly, a 52page passport book is the same size as a 28page book with a set of extra visa pages. Net, if you travel a lot, go with the 52 page version and save the cost. However, the passport card cannot be used for travel by plane. Plus if you are female and happen to get married before youre 28 years old, you would have to change your passport if you change your surname.
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. Similar in design to the wellreceievd white mountain 4000footers passport, this pocketsize passport style booklet is ideal for keeping track of your climbs of the increasingly popular new hampshire 52 with a view list. Dec 21, 2017 however, you may be confused by the option of an adult standard 32 page passport compared to an adult jumbo 48 page passport. The passport book comes as either 28 or 52 pages and is valid for five years. The 52 page option is for those who frequently travel abroad dunng the passport validity penod, and is recommended. Youll just need to check the large book box on your application form. 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. Im filling out the paperwork for my first passport book and im a little uncertain as to whether or not to get the nonstandard size. Because of public health measures to prevent the spread of covid19, we have extremely limited u.
The passport card is not valid for international air travel. To mitigate the impact of this coming change, applicants at overseas posts routinely receive 52page passports starting october 1, 2014. Yes, you can order the 52 page passport book instead of the standard 28 page version. It used to be free to add extra pages to an existing passport. If i already have a passport book, can i use the ds82 to get a passport card. Theres now an option to get the thicker 52page version instead of the regular 28page version, with both costing the same. The restriction, which the department of state says was made to enhance the. Mar 09, 2016 this could be the worlds largest passport.
The state department recommends applying for a passport, if possible, during the offpeak months which are september to december. Dec 31, 2012 do i need the 52 page nonstandard passport book. 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. Adding pages used to be free, but since 2012 i think, they make you pay 82 dollars for a few paper pages. Also check if you are eligible for the 52 page passport. If you renew your passport from outside of the united states, you will automatically be issued a larger 52page book. Please note important, temporary changes to the passport application and renewal process due to the coronavirus pandemic.
If, however, you get the 28 version and later have to add pages, it will cost for those pages to be added. As of that date, posts no longer accept requests for the 28 page standard opdp. If you are not american and it costs the same whether its 52 pages or 28 pages, then take the 52 page passport. Also called tourist passports, regular passports, and ordinary passports, the passport book with the blue cover is the one issued to the vast majority of us citizens. Similar in design to the wellreceievd white mountain 4000footers passport, this pocketsize passportstyle booklet is ideal for keeping track of your climbs of the increasingly popular new. Accordingly, a 52 page passport book is the same size as a 28 page book with a set of extra visa pages. 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.
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