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
You can select male (M), female (F), or unspecified or another gender identity (X) as the gender marker on your U.S. passport book and card. The gender marker you select does not need to match the gender on your citizenship evidence or photo ID. You do not need to provide medical documentation to change your gender marker.
- Applying for the first time: Follow the steps to apply in person.
- Renewing as an adult: You may be eligible to renew by mail.
- Applying for a child under 16: Follow the steps for a child under age 16.
- Your new photo must look like your current appearance and meet our photo requirements.
- Use our Form Filler to fill out your form online and print it. If you are having technical issues with the Form Filler, download a PDF version of your form.
Preparing to Travel
If you have an X gender marker, you may not be able to travel to some other countries. Go to the LGBTQI+ Travelers’ Page to learn about the safety, security, and entry requirements of the country you plan to visit.
This image provides an example of how you can select your gender marker on a U.S. passport form.