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Passport renew by: Anonymous Question: My last name changed. My previous last name became a middle name. Can I apply for a passport renewal and leave one of my middle names out? I now have too many middle names. Answer: If your name change document omits the middle name you want to leave out, then yes, you may apply for a renewal with the name change. If it does not, you need to submit a new application in person instead.

USA visa by: Anonymous Question: I'm applying for my wife's USA visa in Mexico. My birth certificate has my middle name but not on the marriage certificate. Is that a problem? Answer: It might raise some questions that can easily be answered by presenting sufficient identification documents. You may contact the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City or the consulate you are applying in for assistance.

American visa by: Anonymous Question: I’m applying for my daughter's USA passport, but my birth certificate has my middle name but not on my passport or driver's license. Is that gonna be an issue for her new USA passport? Answer: It's not going to be an issue. Just enter your name on the application as it appears on HER birth certificate and the ID you will be presenting.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: I'm applying for my daughter's U.S. passport in Ciudad Juárez. On the application DS-11, I wrote my middle name. On my birth certificate I have a middle name, not on my passport. Would that be an issue? Answer: It would not be an issue as long as you present valid identification bearing the middle name. Your birth certificate should suffice. You may contact the U.S. Consulate in Juarez for further clarification.

Parent Middle Name by: Anonymous Question: Is it required to have your parent's middle name on your passport form? Answer: If you do not have the information, you do not have to include it.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: My wife's passport has her middle name as listed on her birth certificate while her drivers license has her maiden name listed as her middle name. Will this create any issues? Answer: It should not be an issue as long as her passport and tickets match.

Middle Name Issue by: Anonymous Question: I am about to travel abroad in a month to the Carribean. I just received my new passport. They put my middle name from childhood on my passport which I assume was from my birth certificate. When I was married I used my maiden last name as middle name and my DL and other documents use that. Will this cause an issue with airlines, TSA, or customs if I have a different middle name on DL compared to Passport? Answer: Slightly differing names on your passport and driver's license will not be an issue. Just make sure your tickets match your passport to avoid issues with TSA.

Middle Name & Signature by: Anonymous One Question: My passport has my full, completely spelled out middle name. However, I accidentally signed it with only a middle initial like on my driver's license. Will I need to completely reapply for a new passport, since I didn't fully spell out my middle name on the signature. Answer: Your signature should be acceptable. There is no need to apply for a new passport.

Mother's middle name by: Anonymous Question: I am applying for my child's passport and my middle name is not on his birth certificate but my passport and other I.D have my middle name on it. would it be a problem? Answer: No, it will not be a problem.

Applying for my first passport by: Anonymous Question: When I was married a long time ago, I left out my middle name from my driver's license and only listed my married name and maiden name. Right now, my driver's license complies with REAL ID. My married name and middle name are on my social security card. Both my maiden name and middle name are on my birth certificate. Can I use my driver's license name on my passport application as this is my first time applying? Answer: Yes, you may use your driver's license. In fact, licenses are honored as primary forms of identification.

Middle name on passport by: Anonymous Question: I booked a plane ticket to Italy using my middle initial because that is how my passport was issued. The trip is next Sept. In the meantime i had to get a new passport because mine expired. They just sent me my new passport and now my middle name is spelled out but my plane ticket just has my middle initial. Will this be a problem either in the US or abroad? And since I did not submit a name change for my new passport, why did the passport authority issue my new passport different from the old one? Thank you. Answer: The middle name/initial does not usually create an issue with immigration. However, I recommend that you contact the airline to check if they have any regulations that might cause a problem. As to why the new passport was issued with your middle name, the decision is ultimately made by the passport agent who processed your request. Please call the NPIC at 1-877-487-2778 for more information.

Changing baby’s middle name before first birthday but already have passport by: Anonymous Question: We got a passport for our daughter because we are traveling internationally shortly before her first birthday. We wish to change her middle name from the one on the passport issued. In Oregon this is a simple amendment before the first birthday. Will this passport having been issued in her original name require her to list a former alias in the future on government paperwork? Answer: Yes, the child will be required to enter any name she has used in the past.

Middle name #1 by: Anonymous Question: We applied for a passport for my 14 year old son but doesn’t have his middle name. Do I have to make a new passport to include the middle name or can the current passport without his middle name still be valid and usable? Answer: As long as you book tickets in the name that appears in your son's passport, he should be able to use it without issues.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: My mother's middle name is wrong on my birth certificate. It is her baptismal name not her legal middle name. In order to correct it I'd have to apply for a correction on my birth certificate which says it could take 20 weeks. I don't have that much time. Will this matter? Answer: Your mother's name should not be an issue when applying for your passport. Just enter your mother's name in the form as it appears in your birth certificate.

Middle name on child passport by: Anonymous Question: I applied for a passport for my two-year-old son but I forgot to include his middle name. Do I have to make a new passport to include the middle name or can the current passport without his middle name still be valid and usable ? Answer: You may use the passport without the middle name. Just remember to book tickets in the name that appears on the passport to avoid issues with TSA.

Forgot Middle Name by: Anonymous Question: I just submitted DS-11 and both of my supporting documents have my middle name. However, I forgot to write my middle name on the DS-11 form. Will this be an issue? Answer: It should not be an issue.

Different spellings of middle name by: Anonymous Question: My middle name on my birth certificate and my social security card are spelled differently (one extra letter). Will that impact my applying for a passport? Answer: A one-letter difference should not be an issue as long as all other details match up.

No middle name on my new passport by: Anonymous Question: When I submitted my passport application my middle name was included. It was also on the expired passport that was my supporting documentation. My new passport does not include my middle name and it is associated with my TSA pre check, my drivers license and my airline travel profile. Should I resubmit for a new passport? Answer: You may apply for a correction. Alternatively (especially since processing takes a long time these days), you may update your TSA pre-check and travel profile instead. Your driver's license does not have to match your passport to the letter.

Middle Name by: Anonymous Question: My passport has a middle name but my Driver's license does not. Will it matter? Answer: It should not matter unless you need to rent/drive a car overseas and the rental service requires that you present a passport in addition to your license and international driving permit. In which case, there may be questions due to the name difference.

Parents middle name not on birth certificate by: jshanks Question: My wife's passport application is in limbo and it's been three months because her parents' middle names are not on her birth certificate. It's not as if the birth certificate, from 1959 can be fixed and we just wanted to visit relatives in Alberta in August. What can we do? Answer: Please contact the NPIC at 1-877-487-2778 regarding your concern.

Middle Name by: Anonymous Question: My middle name is not on my passport. It is on my Driver's license and my TSA number. I want to change my passport name to match as well. It is not up for renewal yet. What form and documentation do I use. It's not really a name change. Answer: You need to submit a new application as if it's your first time. Please prepare the following and submit them at a local acceptance facility: 1. Form DS-11 2. Evidence of U.S. citizenship 3. Photocopy of your driver's license 4. One new passport photo 5. Payment for fees Schedule an Appointment Please note that your unexpired passport will be invalidated when your application is received. If you have plans of traveling overseas soon, we recommend you delay applying for the new one or waiting until it arrives before making any final travel arrangements.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: My passport is up for renewal. My old passport does not have my middle name on it. However, I would like to include my middle name on my renewed passport. Since this is not a legal name change - should I use DS-11? but my situation not qualify for DS-11. Answer: Yes, you should use DS-11. Instead of your passport, I recommend that you submit your birth certificate (if you're a natural-born U.S. citizen) or naturalization/citizenship certificate as evidence of U.S. citizenship. You should also submit an ID that has your middle name on it to support the name want to be printed on your passport.

Middle name by: Anj Question: Hi! I just obtained my US Citizenship and on my naturalization certificate my middle name is not the same with my DL. Certificate of Naturalization shows: Jane Dela Vega Smith DL/SSA/Banks/and all other docs shows: Jane Doe Smith Will that be an issue apply for a US Passport? Answer: It should not be an issue.

Forgot middle name on renewal by: Anonymous Question: My original passport includes my middle name. On my passport renewal application, I forgot to add my middle name. Will my application get denied? Answer: It is unlikely that your application will be denied. Your passport will still be printed in the same name that appeared on the previous one since you did not submit any legal name change document.

Adding Middle Name to Passport by: Anonymous Question: My passport is up for renewal. My old passport does not have my middle name on it. However, I would like to include my middle name on my renewed passport. Since this is not a legal name change - can i use the standard renewal form or do i need to do a new passport application? Answer: You need to submit a new application.

Passport Application by: Anonymous Question: Hello! I misspelled my mother’s middle name on my passport application, adding an extra letter by accident. I forgot to tell the post office worker when I got there, but she double-checked everything and didn’t say anything about it. I only just remembered when I got home. Will this be an issue? Answer: It might not be an issue. If it is, passport services will contact you about sending a new form.

Middle name appeared on my passport instead of initial by: Anonymous Question: On my passport, there was an error. Instead of my middle initial that I put on the application, which was L., on my passport, it says Middle instead of L. Will I be able to travel with this? Answer: Yes, you should be able to. It is best to book tickets in the exact name that appears on your passport to avoid questions.

Middle Name in Passport vs Naturalization Certificate. by: IK Question: Hi. Can I omit my middle name on my passport application DS-11? Even though it is included on my Naturalization Certificate. Is this OK if only first and last names are included? Answer: Yes, it is okay.

Renewal passport sgnature by: Anonymous Question: Hi, I recently mailed form DS 82 for my passport renewal. I realized after I mailed it that I put my middle name on the application form but only signed it as my first and last name. My old passport has my full name printed on it. Is that going to be an issue if I did not sign the application with my full name? Will the new passport print with my full name or just my first and last? Thank you. Answer: Unless you submitted proof of legal name change, your passport will be printed in the same name that appears on your old passport. The signature should not be an issue.

Passport by: Anonymous Question: I am missing a letter on my middle name it’s Lynn but on my passport it’s Lyn. Do I have to re-submit a new passport? Or is this okay to travel with a missing letter from my middle name? Answer: You should be okay to travel with your passport the way it currently is.

Middle name on BC but not on anything else by: Anonymous Question: My middle name is on my birth certificate but I do not use it on any legal documents. Can I still get a passport? Answer: Yes, you can still get a passport. You may also opt to not have the middle name on your passport.

Application Error but Passport received correct by: Anonymous Question: An incorrect middle initial was on my renewal application but the passport came back correct. Is all ok or will the incorrect initial come up when scanned while traveling? Answer: Everything should be good.

Middle & last name change by: Anonymous Question: I recently got married and sent in an application to renew my passport since it was expiring, and also updated my name. My middle and last name were changed after I got married. I sent a certified copy of my marriage certificate, and they sent me a letter saying my new name on my renewal form does not match the name on my old passport and to send them a certified copy of the marriage certificate. I sent them another certified copy of my marriage certificate, and they still are not accepting it. Does anyone know why this would be? Answer: Please contact the NPIC at 1-877-487-2778 to clatify the issue.

Middle initial vs middle name by: ND Question: I am renewing my passport which expires in 4 months. It has my middle initial, but I want the new passport to include the full middle name that is on my social security card. Can I use form DS-82 or do I have to apply in person with form DS-11? Answer: You should use DS-11 if you want to have your middle name spelled out. This form needs to be submitted in person and requires the $35 execution/acceptance fee.

Question about some mistakes I made on my DS-11 by: Anonymous Question: Hello! I applied for a passport and I accidentally did not put my middle name on the DS-11. I do have my middle name on my last passport though. Do you know which name will show up on my new passport? I need to know what name I should put down for my airplane ticket. Also, I have no idea how this happened, it was kind of a stupid mistake, but on the DS-11 I accidentally put my name on the second address line instead of any actual address. The first address line is correct though and I don't live in an apartment or anything. Will this affect anything? My passport has taken pretty long to arrive, maybe they are confused by these mistakes? I know I should have checked my application more before sending it in, but thanks for answering! Answer: There is no way of knowing what name will appear on your passport until it arrives. We recommend waiting until it arrives before booking your tickets. The "error" on the mailing address may or may not be an issue. Couriers usually know how to troubleshoot these issues so let's hope your delivery is not delayed.

"Previous Name" Does Not Fit on Line by: Anonymous Question: Hi there. I am renewing my passport due to a name change after getting married recently. The line that asks for me to list all other names previously used does not have enough characters for me to list my First, Middle, and Maiden name as it is currently on my passport. Do I put a middle initial in since they will see I still have that middle name that starts with that same initial, or do I just put my First and Maiden name in that line? Answer: You may write the full name on a separate piece of paper, label it accordingly and attach it to your application.

middle name vs middle initial by: Anonymous Question: My driver's license has my middle name, Frances. My passport has the middle initial F the international plane ticket was booked w the middle name Frances. Since it does not match will there be a problem? Answer: Some airlines give leniency. Please contact the one you are flying with to find out if it will be an issue.

Middle name different on license and birth certificate by: Anonymous Question: My middle name is missing one letter on my driver's license compared to my birth certificate and my passport still says "Application Status: Not Available". Is this the reason why it is not available? My partner's is in Progress and we applied at the same time. Answer: Applications are not necessarily processed at the same time even when they are sent together or at the same time. A one-letter spelling difference between citizenship evidence and ID is usually not an issue but if it is, passport services will contact you with instructions on how to resolve it.

ID and middle name by: Anonymous Question: My driver's license has my first and last name only. Going to renew my passport that has my middle name on it. Will this delay my application? Answer: Since you're applying for a renewal, there will be no need to present your license or any other ID for that matter. The name difference between your license and your current passport should not be an issue. Please mail the following to the address printed on the renew form: 1. Form DS-82 2. Current passport 3. One new passport photo 4. Payment for fees Please note that processing times change. As of this writing, standard service takes at least 8 to 11 weeks while expedited service takes 5 to 7 weeks to complete. These processing times do not include the times it takes for the application to arrive at the processing center and for the new passport to get to your mailing address. If you have any plans of traveling soon, we strongly recommend that you wait until the new passport arrives before making any final travel arrangements.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: Hello. When I renewed my passport, in the middle name box, I entered "Na" as "not applicable". When I got an email that they received my application it displayed my first name, Na, last name. I’m worried that it will also be printed on my passport. Any thoughts? Answer: Yes, it is possible that Na will be printed as your middle name on your passport. Please contact the NPIC at 1-877-487-2778 to find out if you can resubmit the application with the middle name field empty.

Missing middle name by: Anonymous Question: I didn't include my middle name on my passport application, and I got a letter stating I need to submit a name change verification. My name hasn't changed, what do I do? Answer: Please contact the NPIC at 1-877-487-2778.

Missing middle name by: Anonymous Question: Hello, My old passport had FIRST MIDDLE LAST name. Now my new passport has my FIRST LAST name. My driver's license has FIRST MIDDLE LAST. Will I be able to travel? Thank you! Answer: Yes, you will be able to travel with your current passport. Make sure to book tickets in the name that appears on your passport to avoid issues with TSA.

Signing passport by: Anonymous Question: When I sign my passport, do I sign it with my middle name included if my full middle name is listed on my passport? Answer: You should sign with the name that matches what is printed on the data page.

Middle name accent mark by: Anonymous Question: I am applying to renew my passport, and it has an accent mark on the middle name. However, my marriage license does not show the accent mark. Will I be denied because of this? Should I leave out the accent mark since this is what is on the marriage license? Answer: You may or may not include the accent mark. It should not be an issue. Also, please send your marriage certificate. The marriage license does not serve any purpose for passport applications.

Middle Initial VS Middle Name by: Anonymous Question: I’m applying to get a passport for the first time and my social security card has my middle initial on it but my ID and birth certificate, and marriage license have my full middle name so will they process it with just my middle initial on my SS card? Or will it have to be changed or will it cause a delay?? Answer: You may proceed with the application without changing your SS card.

Middle on passport not on flight ticket by: Anonymous Question: If my middle name is on my passport but not on my airline ticket from the US to Mexico, will I be able to fly? Answer: Some airlines may allow this. Please contact the airline you are flying with to find out whether or not it will be an issue.

Middle name or initial by: Anonymous Question: I tried to get the TSA pre-check approval but my passport only has my middle initial, my drivers license has my full middle name, they refused to accept my application. Do I have to apply for another passport with my full middle name on it? Answer: This is what it says (in verbatim) on TSA's website: "The name on your application must be an exact match to the name on the identification and proof of citizenship/immigration documents you provide at enrollment. The name provided must be the name used when making your airline travel reservations." Based on the last sentence, you need to enroll in the name that appears on your passport, not your driver's license. Hence, there is no need to change your passport.

Legal Middle name change only by: Anonymous Question: Hello, I had a legal name change dropping my 2nd middle name. On the form, it only asks for the name change for 1st or last name. Do I need to include that legal name change information as a previous name? Jane Middle1 Middle2 Doe Legally became Jane Middle1 Doe Answer: Yes, you need to include that name as a previously-used name.

Added Middle Name by: KB Question: I unconsciously added my middle name to my renewal passport application and it is not on my passport. I see my application is in process, but I am worried that it will be denied. Will they just set my name back to my first and last name or will they send my application back? Answer: They will likely print your new passport in the name on the old passport.

Partial middle name on passport by: Anonymous Question: My legal middle name has two names, middle1 middle2. Full legal name: Jane middle1 middle2 Doe I got my passport but it only has middle2. The passport name shows Jane middle2 Doe. Is this a problem? Do I need a new passport or do I keep the passport as is? I want to apply for global pass or TSA pre check. Thanks! Answer: You may keep it as is, it would not be an issue. Just apply to Global Entry and TSA precheck, and book your airline tickets in the name that appears in your passport.

Middle Initial vs Middle Name by: Anonymous Question: I am applying to renew my old expired passport. My old expired passport has only my middle initial. If I want my new passport to display my full middle name, can I still use Form DS-82? Answer: You need to use Form DS-11 instead of DS-82 since you are technically changing your name on your passport without legal name change documents.

Do I book my flight with ID or Passport by: Anonymous Question: If I'm flying internationally from the US to Mexico, do I book my flight with my Passport or ID? Also, my passport has my full government name, and my ID only has my first and last name. I forgot to add my middle initial. IDK if this will prevent me from flying. Answer: International flight tickets must be booked in the name that appears on your passport to avoid issues with TSA.

Parent middle name by: Anonymous Question: Hi, my dad is getting his passport and on the birth certificate his dad's middle name is spelled correctly however on the form he filled it in incorrectly. Will it still be accepted? Answer: It may not be an issue but that's not guaranteed. Passport services will reach out to the applicant if there's a problem.

middle name on passport by: Anonymous Question: Will I run into problems if my middle name is on my passport but my middle initial is showing on my travel documents? Answer: It should not be an issue but it is best that your passport and tickets match.

No middle name on passport by: Anonymous Question: Hi. I left my middle name off my passport application by accident. If my middle name is on my driver's license and airplane ticket, will my passport work? Or do I need to apply for a new passport with my middle name? Answer: It is required for your passport and tickets to match but the middle name may be excused. Please contact the airline you are flying with to check if you will run into issues.

Middle Name by: Anonymous Question: Is it required to add a middle name to my citizenship application? Answer: Please contact the USCIS for questions regarding citizenship.

Change middle name to initial only by: Anonymous Question: If my current legal name is Jane London Doe but my passport shows Jane L Doe. When I legally change my name to Jane L Doe (as it is currently showing on my passport). 1. Do I need to immediately change my name on the passport, or I can wait until it expires? 2. When I do renew, do I need to check the box that my name changed even tho it will be written the same way? Answer: 1. You may wait until your passport expires. Just make sure to book travel in the name that appears on your passport. 2. There is no need since you are not applying for a passport name change.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: My old passport has my full middle name. Can I have only the initial on my new passport when I renew it? Answer: You will need to submit a new passport application instead of a renewal to change the name on your passport without legal name change documents. New applications need to be submitted in person and you need to pay the $35 execution fee on top of the application and other fees.

Parents' middle initial on birth certificate by: Anonymous Question: I am applying for my first passport. On my birth certificate, only my parents' middle initials are printed, not their full middle names. Will they still accept this and approve my application? Answer: Yes, it should not be a problem.

I forgot to put middle name on my passport renewal application by: Anonymous Question: Hello. I just went to the DFA to get my passport renewed but then they pointed out my missing middle name. HJow can I fix this issue? Answer: Please contact the agency you mentioned for advice on how to fix the issue. If you are a U.S. citizen renewing a U.S. passport, you may contact the NPIC at 1-877-487-2778.

Middle initial by: Anonymous Question: Is it possible to get a passport even though my middle name on my PSA has only the middle initial while my documents have my whole middle name? Answer: What is a PSA? We need more information in order to answer your question.

Asking by: Mitch Question: Can I get a passport?? I use my grand father's surname and the middle name is to my grandmother. will there be a problem? Should I not have a middle name? Answer: As long as the name you enter in the application form is supported by either your citizenship evidence or your IDs, the passport will be issued in that name.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: Is it possible to get a passport even though my middle name in my passport is only the middle initial? Answer: Yes, you may opt for either a full middle name or just an initial on your passport.

Middle Name Incorrect on Expired Passport by: Anonymous Question: I would like to renew my passport. My middle name is incorrect on my old passport. It is written as "Marie" when my given middle name as listed on my birth certificate and SS is "Maria". Can I renew my passport with "Maria" without filling out name change information? What form(s) should I use? Thank you. Answer: Since you do not have proof of legal name change, you cannot use Form DS-82. Instead, you need to complete Form DS-11 and submit it in person, as if you're applying for a first-time passport. Complete the form with Maria and present ID/s with Maria as well. You also need to submit the original or a certified copy of your birth certificate. New Passport Requirements Get Passport Fast

Middle name on birth certificate and passport by: Anonymous Question: I have an upcoming interview here in the US Embassy here in my country. However, the middle name on my birth certificate is only written as "T" while on my passport, I don't have a middle name since my parents are not married. Will that cause a problem with my US Embassy interview? Thank you! Answer: Please contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate you are interviewing with regarding your issue.

DV lottery by: Anonymous Question: Greetings. I mistakenly used my grandfather's name instead of father's name as my middle name in the DV lottery entry. I got selected. I put the right name order in my DS260. Still, the interview letter came with the first entry, not the corrected name. Will the consular consider this fraud or misleading? Could this cause a visa denial at the interview? Answer: Please contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate regarding the issue. It may be possible to clarify the mistake/mixup with paperwork like your birth certificate and a document listing your grandfather's name like your father's birth certificate.

Middle Name by: Anonymous Question: Hello, I was contacting you guys because I am applying for a passport. I usually don’t like putting my middle name on anything. In my state, we are required to put our middle name on our driver's license as well. On my social security card, my whole name is on there as well. Is it okay if I just put my first & last name on my passport application without it being any issues? Answer: Yes, you may.

Confirm that Given Names in US passport may include patronymic by: Liudmila Question: I am a US citizen and have a valid passport. In my US passport [Given Names] is LIUDMILA SEMENOVNA; that is, my first name and my "middle name" (patronymic). Actually, in all documents issued in my country of origin (birth certificate, marriage certificate, etc.), there are two separate entries: First name: LIUDMILA, Patronymic: SEMENOVNA. This made my given name in the US passport LIUDMILA SEMENOVNA. Can you please confirm that in fact, the last name is recorded in the US passport "as-is" while given names in the passport can be recorded either as first name only OR as first name and middle name (patronymic) (LIUDMILA SEMENOVNA). Such confirmation was requested in my country of origin to ensure my identity. Answer: Please contact the NPIC at 1-877-487-2778 or NPIC@state.gov for formal and official confirmation.

Two Middle Names by: Anonymous Question: I have two middle names on my birth certificate and ID. However, when I got my passport it only included one of my middle names. Will this cause an issue with me traveling internationally? Answer: It will not be an issue. Just make sure to book tickets in the name that appears in your passport to avoid problems with TSA.

Marriage certificate and 3 Government issued ID's differ by: Jodie Morgan Hollis Question: My marriage Certificate reads Jodie Lee Hollis but my DL, Military ID, and SS card all read Jodie Morgan Hollis. Which is the name I submitted for my passport. (Jodie Lee Morgan was my previously married name and I chose to keep Morgan and drop Lee due to my children). I submitted my DL and my original birth Certificate reading Jodie Lee Hundley(maiden name) with my application for a passport. I received a letter needing a marriage certificate. Is it going to be an issue that the marriage certificate reads Jodie Lee Hollis? Answer: Since the marriage certificate also lists your spouse's last name, it should be accepted as proof of legal name change.

Received passport with no middle name by: Anonymous Question: My wife and I submitted for passports. I was pretty positive I put my middle name on the application but when we got them back my wife's passport had her middle name and mine didn't. Will this cause any problems with trying to travel to Japan? My driver's license has my middle name but I am not sure about my birth certificate or social security card at the moment. Answer: A missing middle name is not an issue. Just make sure to book tickets in the name that appears in your passport (without the middle name) to avoid issues with TSA.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: I have a question about my middle name. When I submitted my application, my middle name is on my I.D and social security card, but it isn't on my birth certificate, would that prevent my application from being approved? Answer: It will not be an issue.

MIddle initial vs MIddle name by: Anonymous Question: Hi, I went to renew my passport and after waiting 8 weeks, just received a letter stating that my previous passport had my middle initial, but my current passport application includes the middle name instead. All identity documents always included the middle name. Why would this stop the application process and I am asked to confirm my legal name? Answer: Changing from middle name to middle initial actually requires a new application instead of a renewal. You should submit the documents they require or contact the NPIC at 1-877-487-2778 to find out if you can submit Form DS-11 instead.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: My passport has my full middle name but my driver's license only has my middle initial. My reservations seem like it will only be the middle initial is that ok? Answer: Yes, it should be okay.

Middle name initial by: Anonymous Question: In my naturalization certificate, I have first middle, and last names are shown. Can I just use my middle initial instead of the full name on my passport application? Answer: Yes, you can.

Middle Name Not on Boarding Pass But On my Passport by: Anonymous Question: I am traveling internationally. My middle name is on my passport. However, my boarding pass only has my first and middle name. Will this be a problem? Answer: I don't see how it can be an issue if you have your middle name on both your passport and boarding pass. You may contact the airline you are traveling with for confirmation.

Middle name problem by: Anonymous Question: My middle name is not included on my passport and NIN but is on other documents including my TB certificate. I want to apply for a dependent spouse visa. Will there be a problem? Answer: Please contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate where you are applying a visa in for answers to your question.

Missing one of my last names by: Sandra Question: I just received my passport and it has one of my last names missing. Would there be any problem since both are the same last names? Do I need to contact a travel agency for help? Answer: Hi, Sandra. I'm not sure what you mean by "both are the same last names". Please get back to us for clarification.

Signature does not include middle name on passport by: Anonymous Question: Hello, our passports (mine, husband's, and son's) have our names listed with First, Middle, and last name but when we all signed them we signed with just first and last name only. This is also how we signed our DL and how our names appear on our airline tickets. Is it ok that we did not sign our passports with our middle names? Answer: Yes, it is okay.

Middle name on passport and ticket by: Anonymous Question: My ticket has my full middle name (Jon) but my passport has only my middle name initial (J). Will this be an issue in traveling internationally? Answer: Questions may arise. Just bring an additional ID as backup.

Middle names not printed in passport by: Anonymous Question: Hi! Does my passport name need to match all the names on my naturalization certificate? It currently only has my first name and last name. Would this cause any issues when traveling internationally? Answer: It will not be an issue. You will not be asked to present your naturalization certificate when you travel overseas. Your U.S. passport will suffice as both a travel document and proof of U.S. citizenship. Also, make sure to book tickets to match your passport to avoid issues with TSA.

Name by: Anonymous Question: I recently got my renewed passport. My old passport and application I submitted had FIRST MIDDLE LAST. The new passport only has FIRST LAST. I have a visa in my old passport which also shows FIRST MIDDLE LAST and doesn't expire till 2028. Would there be any problems? Answer: There may be questions but as long as other details match, it should be okay.

Middle name by: Mahnaz Haq Question: My passport includes my name as FIRST MIDDLE LAST but my ticket is issued as FIRST LAST name. Will I be able to travel with this ticket? Answer: You should be able to but I recommend that you contact the airline to make sure you will not run into issues on the day of your departure.

Passport and ticket name not matching by: Anonymous Question: My passport includes my FIRST MIDDLE MIDDLE LAST name but my international ticket has my entire legal name (FIRST MIDDLE MIDDLE MIDDLE LAST). For some reason my passport does not include my third middle name, yet all of my other documents (ID, birth certificate, SS) do. Will I be able to fly or will this be an issue? If it will be an issue, who do I contact to change it and how do I do it? Answer: You should be able to travel with that kind of mismatch. Just present additional IDs if questions arise.

DIFFERENT MIDDLE NAME vs. written in PSA by: Anonymous Question: The middle name is different in LIVE BIRTH instead of C it was written in B, so what are the things needed when getting the passport? Does it affect the details? the correct is C but it was written in B. Answer: Can you clarify what is PSA? If it is not a US government-issued document, please contact the issuing office regarding your concern.

Update name. No document change needed. by: JD BTD Question: My driver's license says Jon Doe. My birth certificate says Bob Tom Doe. When I applied for my passport, I wrote Jon-Bob as the first name, and my passport is printed that way. I want to update my passport to: First: Bob Middle: Tom Last: Doe Which form should I use? Answer: Please submit Form DS-11 in person and present an ID with the same name configuration.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: My first-ever passport includes my middle name. My license only has my middle initial. Will that cause a problem? Answer: It will not be a problem. Just make sure to book tickets in the name that appears on your passport.

Middle Name by: Anonymous Question: I am renewing my passport. My old passport had my middle name included. In my application, I did not write down my middle name to be included. Will this be an issue? Answer: It will not be an issue. However, your new passport MAY still be printed in the same name that was printed in the old passport.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: My driver's license, SSN card, and naturalization certificate have a middle name ( CHINH THI KIEU DUONG). But my passport only has my first name and last name ( CHINH DUONG). Is it a problem when I travel outside the USA? And do I need to apply for a new passport showing match full name on my documents? Answer: You should not have any issues traveling with your passport as long as you book tickets in the name that appears on it.

Two different spellings of middle name by: Anonymous Question: My driver's license and birth certificate have my middle name spelled as Ranee. My SS card and passport have it spelled as Renee. I am traveling to a Passport office to expedite the renewal of my 11-year-expired passport. Will it be an issue that the middle name is spelled differently? What documentation will I need? Thank you. Answer: Since you will essentially be applying for a new passport using Form DS-11, the passport will be issued in the spelling you enter in the form as long as it matches the ID you present with the application.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: I’m traveling internationally soon. I have 2 given names; my full name is John Mark Middle Last but in my passport, I put Mark as my middle name the name on my passport is John Mark and then my Last name and my passport name matched my plane ticket. Will this be okay? Answer: Yes, it is okay.

My middle name by: M Question: I do not have a middle name in my driver's license and social security but after I became a citizen, my lawyer told me I can add a new name as a middle name and I added. Therefore, right now there is a middle name in my US passport and citizenship document but not in driver's license and social security. Would this be a problem in the future or for traveling? Answer: The mismatch may be an issue when you apply for a Real ID license but not when you travel. Please make sure to book tickets in the name that appears in your U.S. passport to avoid issues with TSA.

No middle name or initial by: Anonymous Question: Is it ok to have a passport even though I don’t have a middle name or middle initial in my all documents? I am just using my mother’s maiden surname but I have documents that prove that I have legal parents. They did not change it and led me to use my first name and my mother’s maiden surname only. Answer: As long as you can provide sufficient identification documents to support your name (birth certificate, license, SS card, etc.), you should be able to obtain a passport.

Middle name issues by: Anonymous Question: Hi, I am now having doubts if I can travel abroad because of my middle name. There's my middle name on my national ID but I don't have it on my passport. Will it affect my identity when I go abroad? Can I still use my ID together with my passport even both are not the same because of my middle name? What should I do? Answer: I am not sure what you mean by national ID so I am assuming that you do not have a U.S. passport. As a general rule, only your tickets and passport need to match since there will likely be no need to present another ID while you travel. However, it will depend on your country's and your destination's immigration regulations. I recommend that you contact your immigration bureau and your destination's immigration office to find out of your name mismatch between passport and ID will be an issue.

Two Last Names by: Anonymous Question: I will use a "First", "Middle", "Last" for my question. I have a First, and two Last names. I was unaware and used my 1st Last name as my Middle name on several accounts I opened (bank, investment, driver license, even for my Naturalization, I don't know about my Social Security Card name, but I have just First and 2nd Last on the card, so I believe the 1st Last was used as a Middle name). Will this cause any problems in the future? Which documents should I change, which ones should I not? Can I just use the 2nd last name for nonlegal purposes? Answer: It may cause issues when you apply for Real ID.

Missing my other first name by: Anonymous Question: I got my naturalization while serving in Iraq. I have two first names (Herbert Joey), a middle name, and the last name. My naturalization paper and passport are missing the "Joey". How do I make the corrections? All my documents have Herbert Joey (middle name) (last name). TIA! Answer: Please contact the USCIS about getting your Naturalization Certificate amended. Once this is done, you may apply for a new passport.

Given name versus middle name by: Anonymous Question: I sent in my passport for renewal. My given name is John Robert, last name is Daniels. In the renewal form, I gave my first name as "John Robert" and last name as "Daniels". At the end of the form, it said "take it to processing center" - I mailed it nonetheless. I was playing with the form after that and realized that when I entered "John" as first name, "Robert" as middle name and "Daniels as last name, the form said to mail it in. I suspect I had mentioned "Robert" as the middle name in the original application and now I messed it up. Is this a cause of concern? Will this cause any trouble with the passport application? Answer: If you submitted Form DS-82, it should not be a problem.

Middle name on passport does not match social security or drivers license by: Anonymous Question: Changed name due to marriage. Dropped my middle name and now my maiden name is my middle name per social security and driver's license. When applying for a passport, I put my first name maiden name, and new last name. But issued passport shows my old middle name with my new last name; therefore no maiden name and does not match other documents. Do I need to change this? Thanks. Answer: It is ideal but not necessary for your passport and IDs to exactly match. Therefore, you may elect to change the name on your passport but you do not have to. You just need to make sure that when booking tickets, use the name that's on your passport.

Missing middle name in passport by: Anonymous Question: My daughter's new passport is missing a middle name even though we gave birth certificate with a middle name on it. I do not want to pay extra for correction, how can I add the middle name to her passport? Answer: Passport corrections are processed at no cost to you. Please mail the following to the address on the form: 1. Form DS-5504 2. Passport with error 3. Proof of the correct data 4. Signed statement explaining the error 5. One new passport photo if it has been six months since the passport was issued Please note that standard service takes 14 weeks while expedited service takes 10 weeks. If you want to expedite, please include a check for the $60 expedite fee. If you are traveling soon, we recommend applying for the correction when you get back from your trip.

Middle Name on DL and Ticket, but not Passport by: Anonymous Question: Hello - My middle name is on both my driver's license and on my flight ticket. I renewed my passport and they did not include my middle name at all. DL: First Name Middle Name Last Name Ticket: First Name Middle Name Last Name Passport: First Name Last Name Will I be okay? Ideally, I would have everything match. If I am leaving 2 months from now, should I try to get my passport changed to include my middle name? Answer: You should be okay but I recommend that you contact the airline you're flying with to confirm. Routine service takes up to 14 weeks and expedited service 10 weeks. It is unlikely that you will receive the passport in time if you apply for a correction before your trip.

Signature on passport book by: Anonymous Question: I sign my name as first initial last name. It is that way on my DL and my notary stamp. Can I sign passport book the same way? Answer: Yes, you may use your usual signature for your passport.

Two Middle Names? by: Anonymous Question: I just changed my name after getting married. I decided to keep my maiden name as well as my middle name so now I have two middle names. Is it okay to just include one middle name on my passport? That is what I also plan to do on my driver's license. Answer: Yes, you may elect to have only one middle name on your passport.

é on social but passport only has the regular e by: Anonymous Question: My brother has an accent mark on top of the e in his name example (é) on his social security card but his passport came in and does not have the accent mark only the regular e. Will this be a problem trying to travel? Answer: It should not be an issue.

Middle Name on Passport by: Anonymous Question: My real id/driver's license now has my full middle name. My passport does not have my middle initial or middle name. How do I fix this and should I put my full middle name on the new passport or middle initial? Answer: While ideal, it is not mandatory for your passport to match your IDs. But if you want them to match, you need to submit a new application like it's a first-time passport and enter your full middle name as it appears in your Real ID.

First Name Passport by: Anonymous Question: I have my first name in my passport as: Ana Sofia But in my job applications, I always write Sofia as a middle name. is that correct? Or Ana Sofia is my first name? Answer: Your passport lists Surname and Given Name. It does not indicate First or Middle. Your given name is Ana Sofia. It usually does not matter if you use Sofia as your middle.

MR in Surname by: Chris Question: I am traveling in a couple of weeks and realize the title MR(mister) was printed under the surname so it is showing: Brown MR. Because of this, it seems like that is my last name but it is just Brown! Will this be an issue? Answer: It might raise some questions but you can just present your ID or birth certificate with your passport and ticket. You can have the error corrected when you get back.

Parent middle name for minor's application by: Anonymous Question: I am applying for a passport for my child. https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/need-passport/under-16.html My middle name is listed in the parent relationship on the child's birth certificate (#4 on the website list), but my middle name is NOT on my passport used for my ID (#5, 6 on the website list). Will this be a problem? Answer: It will not be a problem as long as the other details match.

Full middle name to middle initial by: Anonymous Question: My current passport has my full middle name. My birth certificate has my full middle name. However, my social security card has only my middle initial. Can I change my name in my passport to be just my middle initial and how would I do this? Answer: You need to submit a new application in order to switch from full middle name to middle initial. Please submit the following in person at local acceptance facility. Appointments are required in most locations. 1. Form DS-11 2. Evidence of U.S. citizenship 3. SS card and one more photo ID bearing only your middle initial 4. One new passport photo 5. Payment for fees Please bear in mind that although it is ideal, it is not necessary for the passport and SS card to match to the letter. You may choose to have your passport as is and have no issues. It takes about 18 weeks to get a passport via standard service. If you expedite, processing and mailing will take up to 12 weeks. If you have plans of traveling soon, we recommend using your current passport and apply for the new one when you get back.

Use of accent by: Anonymous Question: My middle name has a tilde(ñ) and it is on my foreign passport. However, it's just the letter n on my certificate of naturalization. Do I use ñ or n on my application? Answer: You may use ñ on your passport application.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: I am a new applicant for a passport. My birth certificate has a letter only and my government IDs and supporting documents have my complete middle name. Is it possible to get my passport if my birth certificate only has my middle initial? Answer: Yes, you should still be able to apply for a passport.

Incomplete application name by: gracie Question: Will my application be invalid if I forgot to write my middle name on the form? Answer: Your application will not be invalidated because of the lacking middle name. However, the passport will also be printed without the middle name.

How to sign your passport by: Anonymous Question: I have a middle name and I generally just sign with my first name and last name. On my passport, I signed with my first name middle name, and last name. Is that okay? Some places I read said to sign as you normally do and others said that you should sign your complete name (including middle initial). Answer: It is okay that you signed your passport with your complete name.

Passport question by: Anonymous Question: On my birth certificate, my middle name is spelled incorrectly. When I got my DL they only requested my middle initial. I recently applied for my passport and spelled out my middle name with the correct spelling. It’s the same name as seen on my birth certificate but I added the missing letter. Will this delay my application? Answer: The letter difference should not delay your application. Should passport services need more documentation to support your name, they will contact you by mail.

Using middle name as first by: Anonymous Question: Can I use my middle name as first on my passport? Answer: If your ID also has your middle name as your first name, you may have the same on your passport. Otherwise, passport services will ask you to submit more identification documents bearing your middle name as your first name.

My middle name is so long by: Anonymous Question: My middle name in my naturalization certificate consists of 3 words. When I apply for the passport (for the first time), should I include all of them? Can I include the initial of the first word only? Or should I include the initial of all of them? Answer: You can choose to enter whichever name suits you. Just make sure it fits the number of characters on the application form.

Middle name missing accent mark by: Jill Question: My birth certificate has my middle name spelled correctly with an accent mark over the last letter. On my license, there is no accent mark Example: birth certificate Jane’ ID: Jane Will I have an issue obtaining my passport? This would be my first. What should I put on the application for my passport, would it be best to just leave it blank? Answer: The accent mark should not be an issue. You may or may not include it on your passport application.

full name by: Anonymous Question: Am I required to put my middle name on my application? I am renewing my current passport with my last name changing due to marriage. My old passport has my middle name as well as the marriage license but I forgot to put it on the application. Answer: It's is not mandatory to enter your middle name on the application form. The passport will be issued in the name you entered in it as long as it is supported by the name change document you submitted.

Middle Initial by: Anonymous Question: After reading the comments/answers in this thread. Middle initials are OK for passports, even REAL ID (it seems are OK -in some states - with it as long as they match the passport). My question is if one wants to revert back to full spelling of their middle name (as it is in their birth certificate for example). What is the process? Most commercial documents, if not all, already abbreviate middle names even if the full name is in their systems. Answer: If you would like to have your middle name fully spelled on your passport, you need to submit a new application as if it's your first.

Middle name on passport signature by: Anonymous Question: My passport has my first name, middle name, and last name on it. I accidentally signed it with just my first and last name. Is that okay or should I mark it out? Answer: It should be okay.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: I want to renew my passport. My passport about to expire has my middle name on it. I want to keep it out of my new passport. My birth certificate doesn’t include my middle name. Any issues, or should I include my birth certificate with my renewal form? Answer: There is a chance that the passport will be renewed with the middle name because it is what is printed in the previous one. The best way to ensure that your middle name is omitted in the new passport is to submit a new application. Complete Form DS-11 without the middle name and submit your birth certificate and ID without the middle name as well.

Middle Name by: Anonymous Question: I am renewing my current about to expire passport which does not include my middle name. Can I fill out the application without my middle name so it's consistent with my last passport? Answer: Yes, you can.

Using Maiden name as Middle Name by: Anonymous Question: I am applying for a passport. My birth cert name is Sally Jane Smith. At marriage, the name changed to Sally J. Browne. However, for many years I have been using Sally Smith Browne (or Sally S. Browne) for everything, SS, taxes, DL, banks, Trust, etc. without a legal name change. Can I get a passport issued in name of Sally Smith Browne or Sally S. Browne? Answer: Since your IDs have that name, then yes, you have your passport issued in Sally S. Browne.

Renewed passport initialized my middle name by: Joseph Question: My passport expired in May, I renewed it two months ago and finally got my new passports. However, even though completing the DS82 form accurately, human error somehow combined my "second first name" and my "middle name" together as initials. In other IDs, I have used my second first name and middle as initials but not on driver licenses or passports. Example: If my legal name is as follows. First: John Michael Middle: Richard Last: Kimble My old passport would read correctly as: Last: Kimble Given Name: John Michael Richard Instead, my new passport came back as: Last: Kimble Given Name: John MR Note the "MR" isn't even spaced out. I probably would have let it go if it was Kimble, John M R Am I worrying about my issue too much, is it ok to just have JOHN MR KIMBLE in my passport when it should have really read JOHN MICHAEL RICHARD KIMBLE? Any advice is appreciated before I have to wait another two months for my passport. Thanks! Answer: Travel-wise, it should not be an issue as long as you book your tickets in the name that appears in your passport. However, some people have reported having issues with obtaining Real IDs if there is a mismatch between documents. You may want to put this under consideration if you don't have Real ID yet.

3 different spellings of my middle name on three different legal documents by: Misty Question: Can I get a passport even though the middle name on my birth certificate does not match that on my drivers license or my Social Security card? My middle name is spelled three different ways. Answer: If they're variations of the same name, it should not be an issue.

No middle name on birth certificate by: Anonymous Question: My birth certificate does not have a middle name listed. When my parents wanted to add a middle name shortly after I was born, their attorney told them they did not need to legally change it, but if they just started using it on all paperwork, school documents, etc it would become my legal name. Now the NY DMV is giving me a hard time about it. My new license is a standard license because I could not get an enhanced license with my middle name without a legal name change. The standard license, my SS card, all tax documents, etc all have my middle name included. Will I be able to obtain a passport with my middle name included since all but my birth certificate already includes it? Or will I need a legal name change. Answer: You may have your middle name on your passport as long as it is supported by the identification documents you submit.

Passport by: Anonymous Question: My passport only has my middle initial. Is that okay when I go to travel international? Answer: Yes, it is okay.

Passport by: Anonymous Question: My my drivers license includes my middle name however, my passport doesn’t. Is this going to be a problem, I’m traveling out of the country in about 4 months? Should include my middle name on my passport? Answer: It should not be an issue as you will most likely be using only your passport at ports of entry. Questions may arise should you wish to rent a car and the license and passport don't match.

Applicant's Legal Signature by: Anonymous Question: I'm renewing my passport. On the DS-82 form, there is a place to sign the Applicant's Legal Signature. My current passport has my full middle name printed as along with the signature on the passport as well. My typical signature is just with first, middle initial, last. For the DS-82 form, do I use full middle name or initial. Answer: Please use the signature that you commonly use for legal documents.

Middle name on passport by: Chelsea B. Question: Hello! I am having a problem with my name on my passport corresponding with a flight booking. My passport has my full middle name written out, while my flight booking has just my middle initial. Is it possible to change my passport so that it reflects this (and reads as Firstname Middle-initial Lastname) rather than potentially having to re-book the non-refundable flight? Answer: Leniency should be given when issues regarding middle names/initials arise. You may not need to change your passport. Please contact the airline to confirm. Thank you!

Do I need to list both middle names on passport? by: Anonymous Question: I currently have one middle name legally. And I have one middle name on my DL. I want to legally add an additional middle name to my current one. Once I obtain the approval from court to have two middle names, can I just put one of the middle name on my passport to match my current DL? Answer: Yes, you can.

Middle Name by: Anonymous Question: My current (expired) passport does not include my middle name or initial. I booked overseas plane tickets and included my middle initial on the reservation. I am renewing my passport and want to add my middle initial so that my passport matches my ticket. Prior FAQs say to include a copy of my birth certificate or social security card when submitting my application. However, I changed my middle name when I got married so my birth certificate does not list my current middle name and my social security card has my full middle name listed (instead of just an initial). If include my social security card with a passport application that lists my middle initial and not the fully spelled out middle name, will the application be rejected? Answer: The SS card should suffice. The application will most likely be accepted but be prepared to answer questions should they arise.

Add middle name during renewal? by: Anonymous Question: I need to renew my passport (expires in 8 months). In my original passport, I left the middle name field blank as it wasn't mandatory. Now I'm having issues because every other legal document has my middle name, so I just want to add it to my passport. Can I renew and have my middle name added in one transaction? Answer: Yes, you can. In addition to the renewal requirements, please include a signed request for the middle name to be added and the reason behind such change. A copy of your birth certificate should also be included.

Middle Name Problems by: Anonymous Question: I renewed my passport a few months ago. In my original passport, I wrote my middle initial. However, in my renewal, I wrote my full middle name. I bought a ticket for an international flight under my old passport and the airline refuses to change the flight information. Is it OK to get a renewed passport with the initial? Answer: Yes, it is okay.

Drivers license not matching Passport by: Anonymous Question: I understand that to rent a car in Europe, you need to present your passport. My passport has always been in my maiden name but because I use my drivers license in the US as ID for my credit cards & because of my children, I use my married name. Should I legally change my name adding my maiden name as a middle name or would it be best to Hyphenate my maiden name with my married name? Would this simplify having to change all my things to one name or the other? What is your opinion? Answer: It would be best to have your passport bear your current legal name.

Middle initial by: Al Nap Question: My middle initial does not appear on my passport. When my original was issued, it was left blank. I actually had my middle initial changed to the one I had been using since I was a child. Would like to change my middle initial on my current passport. What are the steps? Answer: Since this is not a name change, you may apply for a passport renewal. You need to mail the following to the address on the form: 1. Form DS-82 2. Current passport 3. One new passport photo 4. Payment for fees

Passport Signature by: Msdori Question: The Drivers License Bureau requires that my maiden name replace my middle name on my DL; therefore, I had my passport read the same. However, I have always 'signed' my name on documents with my given middle name initial (not my maiden name initial). How should I sign my passport? Answer: You may sign your passport with your usual signature.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: So even though my birth certificate is correct and my middle name on my license is misspelled by one letter but my application matches my birth certificate, I will have issues? If so, what supporting documents will be needed? Answer: There is no telling for sure if you will have issues. The final say on the name will be of the passport agent who processes your application. If they need more documentation, they will most likely ask for documents at least 5 years or older bearing the name you enter in the application form.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: The last letter of my middle name is spelled wrong on my license. My birth certificate says Laquah and my license said Laquan. Will this stop me from getting a passport? I put Laquah on my application as well. Answer: It is best to have your license corrected first. While there is a chance that your passport will be issued in Laquah because it matches your proof of citizenship, questions might arise. This is why we recommend having your identification documents match before applying for a passport.

Surname problem by: Anonymous Question: My surname didn't come on the printed picture paper which will be used for my passport or visa to London. But my birth certificate contains both first name, surname and last name but they brought only the first and last name. Will it cause a problem? Answer: It should not be an issue but I suggest you contact the airline you are flying with to verify.

Middle name on passport? by: Anonymous Question: I left my middle name off my passport application since it wasn't mandatory. Will this effect me flying internationally? I plan on using only first and last name for my plane tickets. Answer: It should not be a problem as long as the name on your passport and tickets match. I suggest you wait until you receive your passport before making airline reservations.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: When I married the 1st time and changed my last name on my driver's license the license bureau switched my maiden name as my middle name not my birth middle name. It is correct on my first and last name but what shows on my driver's license middle name and now my passport shows two different names. I have always flew listing it the way it shows on my driver's license my maiden name as my middle name and not my birth middle name. I had to get a passport for the first time this year since we are flying out of the country next year and the passport office has my birth middle name on my passport. That is what was on my birth certificate. The airlines all have my middle name as what is on my driver's license, my maiden name. So will I need to contact the airlines we will use before I make my flight arrangements and change my middle name to reflect what is on my passport. I have a lot of times been prechecked approved. I have only used my driver's license when I have flown and I have not had a problem. Going out of the country next year I am afraid I will encounter a problem. What would you suggest? Answer: Please book your tickets in the name that appears in your passport.

No middle name on birth certificate by: Anonymous Question: I've always used my BAPTISMAL name as my middle name on all legal documents though it is not on my birth certificate, never a problem. Didn't realize it was not my real middle name until recently when I had a problem at DMV in NY, couldn't get an enhanced license. Will I have the same problem getting a passport? Answer: You most likely will if you enter the middle name in the application. But if can resolve the issue with the DMV and your license will have your middle name on it, your passport should be issued in that name.

Renew or Apply for New Passport by: Anonymous Question: My dad accidentally booked a flight for me under my married last name. That isn’t a problem as I am changing my last name. However, for the tickets he did not put my middle name. I currently have my middle name on my passport and it is on my marriage license. Can I renew my passport with a name change supported by a marriage license that has my middle name, but not fill my middle name on the application? Or will it be denied? Or is it better to apply for a new passport under my new name and not include my middle name on the application? My husband never put his middle name on his passport even though his supporting documents had it. I’m not sure if a renewal and name change will let me drop my middle name on the passport. Answer: You can apply for a renewal with name change. But you need to submit your marriage certificate, not the marriage license.

PSA middle name not full middle name by: Anonymous Question: I went to my passport appointment and they said that my PSA middle name is not full. What can I do? Answer: Is PSA a U.S. government agency?

How to sign passport by: Anonymous Question: If middle name is printed in full on passport, must I sign it the same way or just first, middle initial, last? Answer: Not necessarily. You may sign your passport with your regular signature.

I’m worried by: Anonymous Question: I just recently renewed my passport because I got married. However, I forgot to put my middle name on my passport. I know that my tickets and drivers License have my middle name. I’ll be going to Iceland and Ireland soon. Will this be an issue? Answer: It could be an issue. Some airlines provide leniency with regard to middle names while some don't. Please contact the airline you are traveling with and base your next step on their ruling.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: I do not use my middle name on my driver's license but my passport has my middle name. Will that be a problem? Answer: It will not be a problem as long as your tickets are booked in the name that appears in your passport.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: Do you have to add your middle name when renewing your passport? I have bought a international flight and never added my middle name and the airline told me it has to be exactly the same as my passport. Well my drivers license does have my middle name on it . Can I just leave out my middle name so my airline tickets match my passport?? Answer: Yes, you can leave your middle name out.

middle name by: Melissa Question: My passport only has my middle initial but I booked my trip using my full name. Am i in trouble? Answer: Consideration may be given if the initial matches the middle name. Please contact the airline to confirm.

Middle initial only by: Anonymous Question: I only have my middle initial on my birth certificate and some of my IDs. Can I still apply for a passport without my complete middle name? Answer: Yes, you can.

Adding second middle name by: Anonymous Question: My first passport has only my first middle name "John". My actual legal middle name at birth is "John-Barrett". Can I add the full middle name to my passport renewal form? Or is it easier just to apply for a new with the full middle name? Answer: The process will be less complicated if you submit a new application. The passport will be issued in the name you enter in the application as long as it is supported by either your citizenship evidence or ID.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: Can I use my mail that's under my middle name instead of my first name to get my ID. I don't use my first name because no one knows how to pronounce it. Answer: What ID are you applying for?

No middle name on passport by: Anonymous Question: Hi. I noticed that my passport book did not include my middle name even though on the paperwork I submitted, it included the middle name. Before I got married last year, I did not have a middle name. My marriage license does not have the middle name that I gave myself but my SSN card and driver's license do. How can I fix it so that my passport matches my driver's license and SS card? My birth certificate does not have a middle name either. Do I even need to include a middle name on my passport as long as I fill out my airline paperwork without a middle name? Answer: Your passport, license and SS card do not necessarily have to match. You should have no issues using your passport for travel as long as you book your tickets in the name that appears in it.

No middle name on Passport by: Marnie Question: I renewed my passport. I noticed upon the renewal process that my expired passport didn’t have my middle name like my drivers license does. The TSA for TSA precheck has my middle name. I book my tickets using my middle name for TSA precheck priority. I completed the passport renewal document stating I’d like my middle name on the passport. The passport arrived today with no middle name! I know everyone says it depends on the airlines as to whether a middle name is a big deal but how do I get my middle name added to my passport now? I’d like to skip hassles when I’m traveling abroad on various airlines. Answer: You may apply for a correction. Corrections are processed as a free service. Please mail the following to the address on the form: 1. Form DS-5504 2. Proof of the correct data (birth certificate) 3. Signed statement explaining the error 4. One new passport photo (if the passport was issued more than 90 days ago)

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: My middle name is 29 letters and is on my birth certificate and my state ID. I would rather not put it on my passport application as most airlines don’t give me the space to write it anyway. Am I okay to just put my first initial or will it be denied? Answer: It should be okay.

State ID requires expansion of middle name by: Anonymous Question: NYS is requiring me to expand my middle initial to the full middle name on my birth certificate. However, my passport only uses a middle initial. Should I change the name on my passport? I am concerned about flying domestically and internationally and if I do both on a single trip. Thank you. Answer: You can have either your middle name or initial on your passport. As long as it matches your tickets, it should not be a problem.

Name on license vs passport by: Anonymous Question: My enhanced driver's license does not have my middle initial. My passport does. Is there an issue? Answer: It should not be an issue.

No middle name in airline ticket by: Anonymous Question: I bought an airline ticket for my son going to Japan. I did not put his middle name (because his passport did not show middle name). Now he has to renew his passport for the trip. The passport shows his middle name as it has to match his ID card. I wonder if it will cause any issue for his travel? I'm thinking to remove his middle name from his passport to reduce the complication for his trip. Is this possible? We still have 3 months, it would be sufficient time, correct? Answer: Some leniency is provided when it comes to middle names and middle initials as long as both match. Please contact the airline to confirm.

Changed Middle Name by: Anonymous Question: I joined the military in 1986. I changed my middle name through the military. I have retirement papers and a retirement ID that shows my new middle name. Not to mention a VA ID and a state gov't work ID. Will that be enough to apply for a passport without issues? Answer: As long as you present sufficient identification showing your new name, you should be able to apply for your passport without issue.

Middle name by: Kent Question: Hi, good afternoon. Can I get my son a passport even if he's using my middle name? The DFA told me that I will correct his PSA. I should remove his middle name. Answer: Are you applying for a U.S. passport for your son? The agencies you mentioned does not sound like U.S. government agencies, can you elaborate?

Middle name issue by: Anonymous Question: I am going to France. I bought a ticket with my first, middle and last name as issued on my driver's license. The passport has my first last exactly the same, but only the middle initial, not the whole middle name. Will this be a problem? Answer: It should not be an issue.

Middle initial by: Anonymous1984 Question: I submitted my application and I forgot to write my middle name, I received a mail stating that my application does not match my identification. I have my full name on my social and my military ID and everything else, if i re- send them the documents showing my full name and but not on the application will my passport application be denied? Answer: Sending the IDs may not serve any purpose since the names still do not match that on the application. Please contact passport services at 1-877-487-2778 for the best course of action.

Middle name by: Anonymous I legally added a last name to my name. So on the legal court order it showed my first middle and last name, and on my social it is my first middle and last name but it’s so long that for my state ID, I just wanted it to show my first name and last name so it just shows first and last. I also want my passport to show my first and last name. Is that possible? I will send my name change document in but I will just fill out my first and last name, will they reject it? Answer: It will not be rejected. The passport will be issued in the name you enter in the application form as long as it is supported by the ID that you present.

Middle Name Different in DL/Birth Certificate by: Anonymous Question: Hello. Yesterday I completed my passport application at the local post office and there is a discrepancy between my 2 IDs that in hind sight I'm worried will be an issue. My middle name on my driver's license is misspelled by 1 letter (L when it should be I). My birth certificate spells it correctly and I spelled it correctly on the application. Will this be an issue when processing my application? Thanks for your time. Answer: The passport will be issued will be issued in the name you entered in the application since it matches your birth certificate.

Name is very long by: Anonymous Question: My passport has my last name (12 characters)/first name(8)/and 3 middle names (6/8/5). You recommend traveling with name as it appears on ID. Some airlines do not accept that many characters. In addition to last/first names do I have to include all 3 middle names or will one work? Answer: One middle name should work.

Passport agency spelled it wrong by: Anonymous Question: My passport come with one of my middle names spelled wrong, not the same as my naturalization certificate. Will it affect my traveling. Answer: The error may or may not affect you when you travel. We recommend that you apply for a correction which will be processed free of charge and as an expedited service.

Middle Name Changed by: Anonymous Question: I changed my middle name with social security office and on my drivers license. Neither required a court document for the change. My passport has my old middle name. I'd like everything to be consistent. How to I get my passport name changed if I don't have a legal court document? My new middle name is my maiden name - as an FYI. Answer: If you cannot present evidence of legal name change, you may apply for a new passport instead of a renewal. As long as the name on your ID matches the name you enter in the application form, the passport will be issued in that name.

Name change by: Anonymous Question: What if my passport has my middle name first (legal name I never use.) And my first name the name I use on my drivers licence on my booking? Will it be a problem? Answer: Yes, it will be an issue. Names on tickets and passports must match as mandated by the TSA.

Uncertain by: Anonymous Question: My driver's license states my legal first, middle, and last name. However, my signature has my nickname which is short for my legal name. My passport application has my legal name in print and signed as well. I did state I also go by my nickname. I have been called that all my life. Will this delay my passport. Please help me. I don't want my Bahamas vacation to get ruined. Answer: The signature should not cause any issues with your application. You may contact the National Passport Information Center at 1-877-487-2778 to confirm.

Passport and I.D by: Dan Question: If your middle name is spelled different by one letter on your passport and I.D would it stop you from traveling? I submitted my passport application and received it with the same I.D with one letter difference. Answer: It should not be an issue as long as the name on your ticket matches the name on your passport. It is very unlikely that you will also be asked to preset your ID when you travel. Your passport should suffice as a travel document, citizenship evidence and proof of identity.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: I recently booked a trip to St Lucia for 9 people and was told by the travel agent that I did not need to include our middle names, as listed on our passports. He said we only needed to have our first and last names and surnames. Is this true? Answer: Names on passports and airline tickets must match. However, leniency may be provided for middle names. Please call the airline you are traveling with to clarify.

I sent my application without my middle name by: Anonymous Question: Hello. I hate my middle name, and I was told by the passport agent that I didn't need to include it in my application. Will my passport application be denied if I didn't put my middle name, only First and Last? Thank you so much. Answer: No, it will not be denied.

Passport renewal with no middle name by: Anonymous Question: My old passport has my first, maiden last name, and married last name but when I filled out the renewal application I didn’t include my maiden last name. Will this be a problem and cause a delay in processing my application? Is this considered a name change even though I’m really just getting rid of my middle name - since I never use it anyway? Answer: No, it will not be a problem.

Help by: Anonymous Question: Do I have to include my middle name on my passport if it's on my driver's license? Answer: Ideally, yes.

Help! by: Anonymous Question: I go by my middle name and not my first. I am traveling to Mexico in July and on my ticket, it only has my middle (the name I answer to) and my last name but my passport and drivers license have my full name (first, middle, and last). Will this impact me traveling not having my first name on my ticket and boarding pass? Answer: TSA's Secure Flight Program requires that the name on your passport and your airline ticket match. Please contact the airline you are traveling with to see if you may be allowed boarding with the name on your ticket matching part of the name on your passport.

Signing passport by: Anonymous Question: Do I sign my passport adding my middle name, or do I just sign my signature as usual? Answer: Please sign your passport as you would other legal documents.

Does the name on your birth certificate have to match your ID when applying for a passport? by: Anonymous Question: I am trying to apply for an expedited new passport but am unsure if I will have any issues because my ID/Driver's License does not have my middle name but my birth certificate does. Will this be an issue or do I just have to make sure that my plane ticket has my middle name upon applying for an expedited passport? Answer: The fact that your DL does not have your middle name will not be an issue.

I forgot to add something by: Anonymous Question: I filled out the application for the passport but i forgot to include my height. Will there be a problem when I get my passport? Answer: Please call 1-877-487-2778 to speak with a customer service representative.

Middle name on passport by: Anonymous Question: I used my middle name on my passport. When I receive the passport will it be exactly as I typed on the application? Answer: Passport Services usually prints the name as it is entered on the passport application as long as it is supported by citizenship and/or identification documents.

Middle Name Change Not Reflected on Passport by: Liz Question: When I got married, I changed my last name to my husband's name. At the social security office, I was able to change my middle name to my maiden name. When I applied to change my name for my passport, they sent back my passport without the middle name change. I've been going back and forth with them, and they said I'd have to prove that I've been using "Atkins" as a middle name instead of "Ann" for five consecutive years. I've only been married six months. Will I run into problems when traveling in April if my middle name is not the same on my passport as it is on my driver's license and social security card? Answer: You should not have any problems as long as you book flights in the same name that is in your passport. Rarely is it necessary to show your driver's license and/or SS card together with your passport when traveling internationally. If you want to change the name in your passport, you can petition for a court order name change. Once the court order has been approved, you can send it to change the name in your passport. There is no fee if you submit the application within 12 months of your passport's date of issuance.

Middle name by: Anonymous Question: I signed my passport including my middle name. The typed name on the passport does not include my middle name or initial. Is this a problem? I was told my driver's license and passport names must match and my license includes my middle name. Answer: You should sign your passport with your normal, legal signature. If your normal signature includes your middle name, leave it. If not, you can strike one line through it and sign above. The names in your passport and on your driver's license do not need to match.

I want to have a middle name by: Tatiana Currie Question: I was born in Russia and I do not have a middle name. Right now I am a US citizen and I want to have a middle mane in my passport. What should I do? Answer: You need to apply for a court order name change. Once the court order has been issued, you can submit it with your passport application.

Middle name ticket but missing on passport by: Anonymous Question: My passport is missing my middle name but my ticket has my middle name listed. I'm traveling to Japan. Is that problem? Answer: It should not be a problem. However, we recommend you contact the airlines for confirmation.

Middle names in passport by: Anonymous Question: My government ID and birth certificate spell out both my middle names. Is that how I should apply for my passport? I am asking because I'm booking airline tickets to Jamaica. Answer: If you have more than one middle name, you can request to have one, both or neither in your passport. The Acceptance Agent where you submit the application form will determine the best name to include in your passport. We recommend you not book your flight until your passport has arrived.

Do I have to include my middle name? by: Anonymous Question: I recently got married and need to change my name on my passport. I changed my name on my social security and they allowed me to leave out my middle name. Am I able to do the same with my passport? Can I use just my first and last name? Thank you. Answer: It is possible to obtain a passport in first and last names only. Do not enter your middle name on the application form.

passport by: Anonymous Question: Do I need to sign my middle name on passport application form? Answer: No, you do not. Sign your normal legal signature.

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