Passport

You must hold a valid passport to enter and live in your host country.  If you do not already have a passport, apply now!

What do you need to know?

  • The Education Abroad Office does not assist in obtaining passports.
  • Passports take 8 to 11 weeks to obtain.
  • Your passport should be valid within 6 months of the end date of your program.
  • You must have your passport before you can apply for a visa.
  • If you are not a citizen of the United States (including Permanent Residents), please contact your home country’s consulate if you need to renew your passport prior to departure.

How much will my passport cost and how long will it take to receive?

Type
Cost
Est. Processing Time

Passport Book

$130

8-11 weeks

Expedited Passport Book

$190

5-7 weeks

Update on Sex Markers in U.S. Passports
On January 20, 2025, the White House issued Executive Order “Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government.
Under this executive order, U.S. passports and Consular Reports of Birth Abroad (CRBAs) will no longer be issued with an X gender marker. Passports will only be issued with an M or F marker, reflecting the applicant’s biological sex at birth.

  • Existing Passports: Issued passports, including those with an X marker or a gender marker differing from sex at birth, will remain valid for travel until their expiration date, in accordance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) policy.
  • New Passports: Applicants requesting an X marker or a gender marker that differs from their sex at birth may experience processing delays. Additional documentation may be requested via letter or email. Passports will be issued based on supporting documents and prior passport records, ensuring alignment with the applicant’s biological sex at birth.

Applicants should use the U.S. Department of State’s online form filler to complete and print passport applications, which list “Sex.” All standard forms available on the U.S. Department of State’s website, including those issued prior to 2025, remain valid.
For more information, including FAQs, visit the U.S. Department of State’s website.

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