I have an Official Passport and want to get a Regular Passport
by Cedric
(Oak Harbor, Washington, US)
Question: I'm in the military and currently deployed and I received my Official Passport. I want to be able to visit Canada and I can't with and Official Passport since it will not be a visit for Official Business.
I need to know what can I do to get a U.S. Passport in addition to my Official Passport. I would like to be able to travel once I get back to the States. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Answer: There are three ways you can go about getting your regular tourist passport.
1. See your PAC or S1 shop, they should be able to help you process your application.
2. Visit the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate general. Note, it is often necessary to make an appointment.
List of U.S. Embassies and Consulates3. Wait until you return to the United States and apply at a
local passport office to get your passport in as little as 2-3 weeks or at a
regional passport agency to get your passport the same day.
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