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Calculated Shard: 103 (from laksa107)

2. Crawled Status Check

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa103.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/passport-help/after-getting-passport.html\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/passport-help/after-getting-passport.html\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/passports\/passport-help\/after-getting-passport.html","crawl_time":1775857289,"first_indexed_time":1643133942,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"gov,state!travel,\/content\/travel\/en\/passports\/passport-help\/after-getting-passport.html s443","src_root_hash":"15818340508630297303","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"After You Get Your New Passport","meta_descriptions":[],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"ALL\n\/\nALL\n\/\nNow that you have your passport, we will return your supporting documents in a separate mailing. If you provided an email on your application, we will send you an update so you know when we mail back your documents. \nYou will get multiple mailings. The number of mailings depends on what you requested.\nPassport Book:\nYour new passport book and citizenship evidence arrive in two separate envelopes:\nNew passport arrives via a trackable delivery service.\nCitizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail.\nPassport Card:\nYour new passport card and citizenship evidence arrive in two separate envelopes:\nNew passport card arrives via First Class Mail. We only send passport cards via First Class Mail. We do not send cards using 1-3 day delivery services.\nYour citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail.\nBoth a Passport Book and Card:\n Your new passport book, passport card, and citizenship evidence arrive in three separate envelopes:\nNew passport book arrives via a trackable delivery service.\nNew passport card arrives via First Class Mail. We only send the passport card via First Class Mail. We do not send cards using 1-3 day delivery services.\nCitizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail.\nWhen to Contact Us\nIf you have been waiting more than four weeks, call us at \n1-877-487-2778\nto report that you have not received your documents. \nIf you want us to reimburse you for a lost supporting document, you must contact us within 90 days of the date which we mailed your passport. You will also need to provide a receipt to show the cost of replacing the document. \nLearn about your new passport and tips for travel to a foreign country:\nYou must sign your full name in blue or black ink inside your passport.\nOn a passport for a child under 16, a parent should print the child's full name on the signature line. The parent should also:\nSign their name next to the printed name of their child, and \nNote their relation to the child (example: mother, father, or guardian)\nExample of how to sign an adult passport\nExample of how to sign a child's passport\nYour new passport is secure and durable. Take the following steps to protect your passport and avoid damage. If you have a damaged passport, it may get rejected by airline or border officials and delay your travel. \nStore in a cool, dry place\nAvoid keeping your passport in a bathroom or other moisture-prone area\nIf you live in an area of high humidity, check your passport regularly and use desiccant packs to avoid mold growth\nAvoid extreme temperatures\nDo not leave your passport in the sun\nDo not store your passport near heat sources\nKeep out of reach from pets and children\nStore in a secure location to prevent pets or children from damaging your passport\nDo not add unofficial stamps or markings\nUnofficial novelty or souvenir stamps are not allowed and may cause problems when you travel\nDo not write or add markings to any other pages besides your signature or emergency contact information\nSome countries require that your passport be valid\n at least six months beyond the dates of your trip\n. Some airlines will not let you board if this requirement is not met.\nIf you were \nage 16 or older\n when we issued your passport, your passport is valid for \n10 years.\nIf you were \nunder 16\n when we issued your passport, your passport is valid for \n5 years.\nFind the \nIssue Date\n of your passport on the data page of your passport book or on the front of your passport card. \nCheck our \nDestination Information\n to learn about requirements for the destination in which you are traveling.  \nAfter you apply for your new passport, you cannot use your old passport for travel. If you have a visa in your old passport that you need for travel, check with the foreign embassy or consulate that issued the visa to see if you can still use it. \nWe are including Quick Response (QR) codes to give you easy access to this webpage.\nThe QR code is:\nThe same on all passport books\nDoes not have personally identifiable information, and\nDoes not change the way border officials, airlines, and others review your document.\nWe are not placing QR code stickers on passport cards. \nStay Informed When You Travel Abroad\nReview our\ndestinations page\n for travel tips and guidance about your destination such as entry requirements and local laws.\nEnroll in our \nSmart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)\n before your trip. You will get:\nAlerts from the U.S. embassy about safety and security \nTravel advisories\n, which is a report that describes the risks and precautions for U.S. citizens in a foreign destination\nMessages about embassy events and services\nIt is a crime for a parent to take a child outside of the United States without the other parent’s approval.\nTo prevent abduction, enroll in the \nChildren’s Passport Issuance Alert Program\n. We will let you know if someone submits an application for your child. We will ask you to approve the passport issuance.\nIf you have questions, call us at \n1-888-407-4747\n if you are in the United States or at\n(+1) 202-501-4444\n if you are in a foreign country.\nLast Updated: February 10, 2026","attrs_markdown":"### Worldwide Caution: [The Department of State advises Americans worldwide, and especially in the Middle East, to exercise increased caution.](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/global-events\/worldwide-caution.html)\n### Americans in the Middle East: [Americans in the Middle East should follow the latest guidance from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate and can contact the U.S. Department of State to receive information or assistance.](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/global-events\/middle-east.html)\n\n[Skip to main content](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/passports\/passport-help\/after-getting-passport.html#inner-content \"Skip to main 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Passport](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/passports\/passport-help\/after-getting-passport.html \"After You Get Your New Passport\")\n- [Sex Marker in Passports](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/passports\/passport-help\/sex-marker.html \"Sex Marker in Passports\")\n\n# After You Get Your New Passport\n[ALL \/](\"Open all accordions\") [ALL \/](\"Close all accordions\")\n\n[Where are my original documents?](\"Where are my original documents?\")\n\nNow that you have your passport, we will return your supporting documents in a separate mailing. If you provided an email on your application, we will send you an update so you know when we mail back your documents.\n\nYou will get multiple mailings. The number of mailings depends on what you requested.\n\n**Passport Book:** Your new passport book and citizenship evidence arrive in two separate envelopes:\n\n1. New passport arrives via a trackable delivery service.\n2. Citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail.\n\n**Passport Card:** Your new passport card and citizenship evidence arrive in two separate envelopes:\n\n1. New passport card arrives via First Class Mail. We only send passport cards via First Class Mail. We do not send cards using 1-3 day delivery services.\n2. Your citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail.\n\n**Both a Passport Book and Card:** Your new passport book, passport card, and citizenship evidence arrive in three separate envelopes:\n\n1. New passport book arrives via a trackable delivery service.\n2. New passport card arrives via First Class Mail. We only send the passport card via First Class Mail. We do not send cards using 1-3 day delivery services.\n3. Citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail.\n\n**When to Contact Us**\n\nIf you have been waiting more than four weeks, call us at [1-877-487-2778](tel:18774872778) to report that you have not received your documents.\n\nIf you want us to reimburse you for a lost supporting document, you must contact us within 90 days of the date which we mailed your passport. You will also need to provide a receipt to show the cost of replacing the document.\n\n### Learn about your new passport and tips for travel to a foreign country:\n[Sign your passport](\"Sign your passport\")\n\n- You must sign your full name in blue or black ink inside your passport.\n\n- On a passport for a child under 16, a parent should print the child's full name on the signature line. The parent should also:\n  - Sign their name next to the printed name of their child, and\n  - Note their relation to the child (example: mother, father, or guardian)\n\n[![Infographic showing how to sign your passport book as an adult. There is a drawing of a biographical data page with a passport photo.The text reads: Sign here.](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/passports\/passport-help\/after-getting-passport\/_jcr_content\/tsg-rwd-content-page-parsysxxx\/accordion_1286902327\/additional_component\/image.img.jpg\/1727967267818.jpg)](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/dam\/passports\/passport-images\/AdultPassport.jpg)\n\nExample of how to sign an adult passport\n\n[![Infographic showing how to sign your child's passport book. There is a drawing of a signature line. The text reads: Print child's full name. Parent's signature. Print your relation to your child. ](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/passports\/passport-help\/after-getting-passport\/_jcr_content\/tsg-rwd-content-page-parsysxxx\/accordion_1286902327\/additional_component\/image_1526661855.img.jpg\/1727967259306.jpg)](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/dam\/passports\/passport-images\/MinorPassport.jpg)\n\nExample of how to sign a child's passport\n\n[Protect your new passport](\"Protect your new passport\")\n\nYour new passport is secure and durable. Take the following steps to protect your passport and avoid damage. If you have a damaged passport, it may get rejected by airline or border officials and delay your travel.\n\n- Store in a cool, dry place\n  - Avoid keeping your passport in a bathroom or other moisture-prone area\n  - If you live in an area of high humidity, check your passport regularly and use desiccant packs to avoid mold growth\n- Avoid extreme temperatures\n  - Do not leave your passport in the sun\n  - Do not store your passport near heat sources\n- Keep out of reach from pets and children\n  - Store in a secure location to prevent pets or children from damaging your passport\n- Do not add unofficial stamps or markings\n  - Unofficial novelty or souvenir stamps are not allowed and may cause problems when you travel\n  - Do not write or add markings to any other pages besides your signature or emergency contact information\n\n[Six-month validity rule for your passport](\"Six-month validity rule for your passport\")\n\nSome countries require that your passport be valid **at least six months beyond the dates of your trip**. Some airlines will not let you board if this requirement is not met.\n\nIf you were **age 16 or older** when we issued your passport, your passport is valid for **10 years.**\n\nIf you were **under 16** when we issued your passport, your passport is valid for **5 years.**\n\nFind the *Issue Date* of your passport on the data page of your passport book or on the front of your passport card.\n\nCheck our [Destination Information](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/international-travel\/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages.html \"Destination Information page\") to learn about requirements for the destination in which you are traveling.\n\n[What should I do if my old passport has a visa?](\"What should I do if my old passport has a visa?\")\n\nAfter you apply for your new passport, you cannot use your old passport for travel. If you have a visa in your old passport that you need for travel, check with the foreign embassy or consulate that issued the visa to see if you can still use it.\n\n[Should I update my Trusted Traveler information (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI) when I receive my passport?](\"Should I update my Trusted Traveler information (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI) when I receive my passport?\")\n\nYes.\n\nThe Department of Homeland Security's [Trusted Traveler programs](https:\/\/ttp.dhs.gov\/ \"Link to Trusted Traveler program info\") speed up processing at U.S. airports and international borders.\n\nUpdate your [Trusted Traveler account information](https:\/\/ttp.dhs.gov\/ \"Trusted Traveler program link\") with your new passport number, the date we issued it, and the date it will expire.\n\n[My new passport has a QR code. What is it for?](\"My new passport has a QR code. What is it for?\")\n\nWe are including Quick Response (QR) codes to give you easy access to this webpage.\n\nThe QR code is:\n\n- The same on all passport books\n- Does not have personally identifiable information, and\n- Does not change the way border officials, airlines, and others review your document.\n\nWe are not placing QR code stickers on passport cards.\n\n# Stay Informed When You Travel Abroad\nReview our [destinations page](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/international-travel\/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages.html \"Destination info page\") for travel tips and guidance about your destination such as entry requirements and local laws.\n\nEnroll in our [Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)](https:\/\/mytravel.state.gov\/s\/step \"STEP info\") before your trip. You will get:\n\n- Alerts from the U.S. embassy about safety and security\n- [Travel advisories](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/traveladvisories\/traveladvisories.html \"Travel advisories link\"), which is a report that describes the risks and precautions for U.S. citizens in a foreign destination\n- Messages about embassy events and services\n\n### Enroll Today in STEP\\!\n[![Enroll Today in STEP\\!](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/passports\/resources\/all-other-sidebars\/_jcr_content\/tsg-rwd-content-page-parsysxxx\/sidebar_image.img.png\/1726515607406.png)](https:\/\/mytravel.state.gov\/s\/step)\n\nSubscribe and [get up-to-date safety and security information.](https:\/\/mytravel.state.gov\/s\/step)\n\n[Preventing International Parental Child Abduction](\"Preventing International Parental Child Abduction\")\n\nIt is a crime for a parent to take a child outside of the United States without the other parent’s approval.\n\nTo prevent abduction, enroll in the [Children’s Passport Issuance Alert Program](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/International-Parental-Child-Abduction\/prevention\/passport-issuance-alert-program.html \"Passport Issuance Alert Program info\"). We will let you know if someone submits an application for your child. 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Citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail.\n\n**Passport Card:** Your new passport card and citizenship evidence arrive in two separate envelopes:\n\n1. New passport card arrives via First Class Mail. We only send passport cards via First Class Mail. We do not send cards using 1-3 day delivery services.\n2. Your citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail.\n\n**Both a Passport Book and Card:** Your new passport book, passport card, and citizenship evidence arrive in three separate envelopes:\n\n1. New passport book arrives via a trackable delivery service.\n2. New passport card arrives via First Class Mail. We only send the passport card via First Class Mail. We do not send cards using 1-3 day delivery services.\n3. Citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail.\n\n**When to Contact Us**\n\nIf you have been waiting more than four weeks, call us at [1-877-487-2778](tel:18774872778) to report that you have not received your documents.\n\nIf you want us to reimburse you for a lost supporting document, you must contact us within 90 days of the date which we mailed your passport. You will also need to provide a receipt to show the cost of replacing the document.\n\n### Learn about your new passport and tips for travel to a foreign country:\n- You must sign your full name in blue or black ink inside your passport.\n\n- On a passport for a child under 16, a parent should print the child's full name on the signature line. The parent should also:\n  - Sign their name next to the printed name of their child, and\n  - Note their relation to the child (example: mother, father, or guardian)\n\n[![Infographic showing how to sign your passport book as an adult. 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Print your relation to your child. ](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/passports\/passport-help\/after-getting-passport\/_jcr_content\/tsg-rwd-content-page-parsysxxx\/accordion_1286902327\/additional_component\/image_1526661855.img.jpg\/1727967259306.jpg)](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/dam\/passports\/passport-images\/MinorPassport.jpg)\n\nExample of how to sign a child's passport\n\nYour new passport is secure and durable. Take the following steps to protect your passport and avoid damage. 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Some airlines will not let you board if this requirement is not met.\n\nIf you were **age 16 or older** when we issued your passport, your passport is valid for **10 years.**\n\nIf you were **under 16** when we issued your passport, your passport is valid for **5 years.**\n\nFind the *Issue Date* of your passport on the data page of your passport book or on the front of your passport card.\n\nCheck our [Destination Information](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/international-travel\/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages.html \"Destination Information page\") to learn about requirements for the destination in which you are traveling.\n\nAfter you apply for your new passport, you cannot use your old passport for travel. 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Boilerpipe Text	ALL / ALL / Now that you have your passport, we will return your supporting documents in a separate mailing. If you provided an email on your application, we will send you an update so you know when we mail back your documents. You will get multiple mailings. The number of mailings depends on what you requested. Passport Book: Your new passport book and citizenship evidence arrive in two separate envelopes: New passport arrives via a trackable delivery service. Citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail. Passport Card: Your new passport card and citizenship evidence arrive in two separate envelopes: New passport card arrives via First Class Mail. We only send passport cards via First Class Mail. We do not send cards using 1-3 day delivery services. Your citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail. Both a Passport Book and Card: Your new passport book, passport card, and citizenship evidence arrive in three separate envelopes: New passport book arrives via a trackable delivery service. New passport card arrives via First Class Mail. We only send the passport card via First Class Mail. We do not send cards using 1-3 day delivery services. Citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail. When to Contact Us If you have been waiting more than four weeks, call us at 1-877-487-2778 to report that you have not received your documents. If you want us to reimburse you for a lost supporting document, you must contact us within 90 days of the date which we mailed your passport. You will also need to provide a receipt to show the cost of replacing the document. Learn about your new passport and tips for travel to a foreign country: You must sign your full name in blue or black ink inside your passport. On a passport for a child under 16, a parent should print the child's full name on the signature line. The parent should also: Sign their name next to the printed name of their child, and Note their relation to the child (example: mother, father, or guardian) Example of how to sign an adult passport Example of how to sign a child's passport Your new passport is secure and durable. Take the following steps to protect your passport and avoid damage. If you have a damaged passport, it may get rejected by airline or border officials and delay your travel. Store in a cool, dry place Avoid keeping your passport in a bathroom or other moisture-prone area If you live in an area of high humidity, check your passport regularly and use desiccant packs to avoid mold growth Avoid extreme temperatures Do not leave your passport in the sun Do not store your passport near heat sources Keep out of reach from pets and children Store in a secure location to prevent pets or children from damaging your passport Do not add unofficial stamps or markings Unofficial novelty or souvenir stamps are not allowed and may cause problems when you travel Do not write or add markings to any other pages besides your signature or emergency contact information Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip . Some airlines will not let you board if this requirement is not met. If you were age 16 or older when we issued your passport, your passport is valid for 10 years. If you were under 16 when we issued your passport, your passport is valid for 5 years. Find the Issue Date of your passport on the data page of your passport book or on the front of your passport card. Check our Destination Information to learn about requirements for the destination in which you are traveling. After you apply for your new passport, you cannot use your old passport for travel. If you have a visa in your old passport that you need for travel, check with the foreign embassy or consulate that issued the visa to see if you can still use it. We are including Quick Response (QR) codes to give you easy access to this webpage. The QR code is: The same on all passport books Does not have personally identifiable information, and Does not change the way border officials, airlines, and others review your document. We are not placing QR code stickers on passport cards. Stay Informed When You Travel Abroad Review our destinations page for travel tips and guidance about your destination such as entry requirements and local laws. Enroll in our Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) before your trip. You will get: Alerts from the U.S. embassy about safety and security Travel advisories , which is a report that describes the risks and precautions for U.S. citizens in a foreign destination Messages about embassy events and services It is a crime for a parent to take a child outside of the United States without the other parent’s approval. To prevent abduction, enroll in the Children’s Passport Issuance Alert Program . We will let you know if someone submits an application for your child. We will ask you to approve the passport issuance. If you have questions, call us at 1-888-407-4747 if you are in the United States or at (+1) 202-501-4444 if you are in a foreign country. Last Updated: February 10, 2026
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Now that you have your passport, we will return your supporting documents in a separate mailing. If you provided an email on your application, we will send you an update so you know when we mail back your documents. You will get multiple mailings. The number of mailings depends on what you requested. Passport Book: Your new passport book and citizenship evidence arrive in two separate envelopes: 1. New passport arrives via a trackable delivery service. 2. Citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail. Passport Card: Your new passport card and citizenship evidence arrive in two separate envelopes: 1. New passport card arrives via First Class Mail. We only send passport cards via First Class Mail. We do not send cards using 1-3 day delivery services. 2. Your citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail. Both a Passport Book and Card: Your new passport book, passport card, and citizenship evidence arrive in three separate envelopes: 1. New passport book arrives via a trackable delivery service. 2. New passport card arrives via First Class Mail. We only send the passport card via First Class Mail. We do not send cards using 1-3 day delivery services. 3. Citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail. When to Contact Us If you have been waiting more than four weeks, call us at [1-877-487-2778](tel:18774872778) to report that you have not received your documents. If you want us to reimburse you for a lost supporting document, you must contact us within 90 days of the date which we mailed your passport. You will also need to provide a receipt to show the cost of replacing the document. ### Learn about your new passport and tips for travel to a foreign country: [Sign your passport]("Sign your passport") - You must sign your full name in blue or black ink inside your passport. - On a passport for a child under 16, a parent should print the child's full name on the signature line. The parent should also: - Sign their name next to the printed name of their child, and - Note their relation to the child (example: mother, father, or guardian) [![Infographic showing how to sign your passport book as an adult. There is a drawing of a biographical data page with a passport photo.The text reads: Sign here.](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/passport-help/after-getting-passport/_jcr_content/tsg-rwd-content-page-parsysxxx/accordion_1286902327/additional_component/image.img.jpg/1727967267818.jpg)](https://travel.state.gov/content/dam/passports/passport-images/AdultPassport.jpg) Example of how to sign an adult passport [![Infographic showing how to sign your child's passport book. There is a drawing of a signature line. The text reads: Print child's full name. Parent's signature. Print your relation to your child. ](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/passport-help/after-getting-passport/_jcr_content/tsg-rwd-content-page-parsysxxx/accordion_1286902327/additional_component/image_1526661855.img.jpg/1727967259306.jpg)](https://travel.state.gov/content/dam/passports/passport-images/MinorPassport.jpg) Example of how to sign a child's passport [Protect your new passport]("Protect your new passport") Your new passport is secure and durable. Take the following steps to protect your passport and avoid damage. If you have a damaged passport, it may get rejected by airline or border officials and delay your travel. - Store in a cool, dry place - Avoid keeping your passport in a bathroom or other moisture-prone area - If you live in an area of high humidity, check your passport regularly and use desiccant packs to avoid mold growth - Avoid extreme temperatures - Do not leave your passport in the sun - Do not store your passport near heat sources - Keep out of reach from pets and children - Store in a secure location to prevent pets or children from damaging your passport - Do not add unofficial stamps or markings - Unofficial novelty or souvenir stamps are not allowed and may cause problems when you travel - Do not write or add markings to any other pages besides your signature or emergency contact information [Six-month validity rule for your passport]("Six-month validity rule for your passport") Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not let you board if this requirement is not met. If you were age 16 or older when we issued your passport, your passport is valid for 10 years. If you were under 16 when we issued your passport, your passport is valid for 5 years. Find the Issue Date of your passport on the data page of your passport book or on the front of your passport card. Check our [Destination Information](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages.html "Destination Information page") to learn about requirements for the destination in which you are traveling. [What should I do if my old passport has a visa?]("What should I do if my old passport has a visa?") After you apply for your new passport, you cannot use your old passport for travel. If you have a visa in your old passport that you need for travel, check with the foreign embassy or consulate that issued the visa to see if you can still use it. [Should I update my Trusted Traveler information (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI) when I receive my passport?]("Should I update my Trusted Traveler information (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI) when I receive my passport?") Yes. The Department of Homeland Security's [Trusted Traveler programs](https://ttp.dhs.gov/ "Link to Trusted Traveler program info") speed up processing at U.S. airports and international borders. Update your [Trusted Traveler account information](https://ttp.dhs.gov/ "Trusted Traveler program link") with your new passport number, the date we issued it, and the date it will expire. [My new passport has a QR code. What is it for?]("My new passport has a QR code. What is it for?") We are including Quick Response (QR) codes to give you easy access to this webpage. The QR code is: - The same on all passport books - Does not have personally identifiable information, and - Does not change the way border officials, airlines, and others review your document. 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Readable Markdown	ALL / ALL / Now that you have your passport, we will return your supporting documents in a separate mailing. If you provided an email on your application, we will send you an update so you know when we mail back your documents. You will get multiple mailings. The number of mailings depends on what you requested. Passport Book: Your new passport book and citizenship evidence arrive in two separate envelopes: 1. New passport arrives via a trackable delivery service. 2. Citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail. Passport Card: Your new passport card and citizenship evidence arrive in two separate envelopes: 1. New passport card arrives via First Class Mail. We only send passport cards via First Class Mail. We do not send cards using 1-3 day delivery services. 2. Your citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail. Both a Passport Book and Card: Your new passport book, passport card, and citizenship evidence arrive in three separate envelopes: 1. New passport book arrives via a trackable delivery service. 2. New passport card arrives via First Class Mail. We only send the passport card via First Class Mail. We do not send cards using 1-3 day delivery services. 3. Citizenship evidence arrives up to 4 weeks later via First Class Mail. When to Contact Us If you have been waiting more than four weeks, call us at [1-877-487-2778](tel:18774872778) to report that you have not received your documents. If you want us to reimburse you for a lost supporting document, you must contact us within 90 days of the date which we mailed your passport. You will also need to provide a receipt to show the cost of replacing the document. ### Learn about your new passport and tips for travel to a foreign country: - You must sign your full name in blue or black ink inside your passport. - On a passport for a child under 16, a parent should print the child's full name on the signature line. The parent should also: - Sign their name next to the printed name of their child, and - Note their relation to the child (example: mother, father, or guardian) [![Infographic showing how to sign your passport book as an adult. There is a drawing of a biographical data page with a passport photo.The text reads: Sign here.](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/passport-help/after-getting-passport/_jcr_content/tsg-rwd-content-page-parsysxxx/accordion_1286902327/additional_component/image.img.jpg/1727967267818.jpg)](https://travel.state.gov/content/dam/passports/passport-images/AdultPassport.jpg) Example of how to sign an adult passport [![Infographic showing how to sign your child's passport book. There is a drawing of a signature line. The text reads: Print child's full name. Parent's signature. Print your relation to your child. ](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/passport-help/after-getting-passport/_jcr_content/tsg-rwd-content-page-parsysxxx/accordion_1286902327/additional_component/image_1526661855.img.jpg/1727967259306.jpg)](https://travel.state.gov/content/dam/passports/passport-images/MinorPassport.jpg) Example of how to sign a child's passport Your new passport is secure and durable. Take the following steps to protect your passport and avoid damage. If you have a damaged passport, it may get rejected by airline or border officials and delay your travel. - Store in a cool, dry place - Avoid keeping your passport in a bathroom or other moisture-prone area - If you live in an area of high humidity, check your passport regularly and use desiccant packs to avoid mold growth - Avoid extreme temperatures - Do not leave your passport in the sun - Do not store your passport near heat sources - Keep out of reach from pets and children - Store in a secure location to prevent pets or children from damaging your passport - Do not add unofficial stamps or markings - Unofficial novelty or souvenir stamps are not allowed and may cause problems when you travel - Do not write or add markings to any other pages besides your signature or emergency contact information Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not let you board if this requirement is not met. If you were age 16 or older when we issued your passport, your passport is valid for 10 years. If you were under 16 when we issued your passport, your passport is valid for 5 years. Find the Issue Date of your passport on the data page of your passport book or on the front of your passport card. Check our [Destination Information](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages.html "Destination Information page") to learn about requirements for the destination in which you are traveling. After you apply for your new passport, you cannot use your old passport for travel. If you have a visa in your old passport that you need for travel, check with the foreign embassy or consulate that issued the visa to see if you can still use it. We are including Quick Response (QR) codes to give you easy access to this webpage. The QR code is: - The same on all passport books - Does not have personally identifiable information, and - Does not change the way border officials, airlines, and others review your document. We are not placing QR code stickers on passport cards. ## Stay Informed When You Travel Abroad Review our [destinations page](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages.html "Destination info page") for travel tips and guidance about your destination such as entry requirements and local laws. Enroll in our [Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)](https://mytravel.state.gov/s/step "STEP info") before your trip. You will get: - Alerts from the U.S. embassy about safety and security - [Travel advisories](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html "Travel advisories link"), which is a report that describes the risks and precautions for U.S. citizens in a foreign destination - Messages about embassy events and services It is a crime for a parent to take a child outside of the United States without the other parent’s approval. To prevent abduction, enroll in the [Children’s Passport Issuance Alert Program](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/International-Parental-Child-Abduction/prevention/passport-issuance-alert-program.html "Passport Issuance Alert Program info"). We will let you know if someone submits an application for your child. We will ask you to approve the passport issuance. If you have questions, call us at [1-888-407-4747](tel:18884074747 "Phone number to call if you are in the United States") if you are in the United States or at [(+1) 202-501-4444](tel:12025014444 "Phone number to call if you are in a foreign country") if you are in a foreign country. Last Updated: February 10, 2026
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