NYU Passport Drive. Welcome Week 2012 Information Presentation. NYUPassportDrive

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1 NYU Passport Drive Welcome Week 2012 Information Presentation

2 Agenda Passport NYU Passport Drive Process Eligibility Documentation Questions

3 Passport pass port noun \ˈpas-ˌpoṙt\ Definition of PASSPORT 1 a : a formal document issued by an authorized official of a country to one of its citizens that is usually necessary for exit from and reentry into the country, that allows the citizen to travel in a foreign country in accordance with visa requirements, and that requests protection for the citizen while abroad b : a license issued by a country permitting a foreign citizen to pass or take goods through its territory : SAFE-CONDUCT c : a document of identification required by law to be carried by persons residing or traveling within a country 2 a : a permission or authorization to go somewhere b : something that secures admission, acceptance, or attainment <education as a passport to success>

4 Passport pass port noun \ˈpas-ˌpoṙt\ Definition of what a PASSPORT gives you Gain self-confidence, independence, and crosscultural skills Enhanced perspective on the world Earn course credits Master another language or improve existing language skills Increase career opportunities in the global marketplace Meet some great new friends and establish new networks Experience learning and living in places throughout the world

5 NYU Passport Drive School wide initiative to give you global advantage Opportunity for First Time Passport Applicants to apply for a first passport Chance to reduce last minute rush and expense of acquiring a passport First step to studying or traveling away Wednesday, September 12 th from 10 am 1 pm in Kimmel Rm 905/ 907 (by appointment only)

6 Eligibility First Time Passport Applicant You are applying for your first U.S. passport Your previous U.S. passport was issued when you were under age 16 US Citizen Applying in person

7 Checklist Appointment Form DS-11 Evidence of U.S. Citizenship Present Identification Photocopy of the Identification Document(s) Application Fees One Passport Photo

8 DS-11 Form DS 11 Form can be completed online or in hardcopy Hardcopy is 6 pages in total Pages 1 4 are instructions Pages 5 6 are submitted with application packet Must be completed in black ink Applying for a: US Passport Book Standard Size (non-standard is more money and only necessary if you plan to travel extensively) Mailing address should be where you would like your passport sent in 4 6 weeks Sample

9 DS-11 Form Do NOT attach photo to form (see following Passport Photo information) Sample Parents Information Full Name (including mother s maiden name) Date of birth Place of birth Sex US Citizen Statue Do NOT sign application!!! You will need to sign in presence of Passport Agent

10 DS-11 Form Applicant (you) Information: Full Name, Date of birth, Height, Hair Color, Eye Color Occupation = Student Employer or School = NYU Permanent Address Most likely your parent s address Passports cannot be delivered to PO Box so this would be used if your local / mailing address is a student box, etc. Emergency contact Parent, Sibling, Guardian

11 DS-11 Form Sample Travel Plans would be any upcoming international travel ONLY If you have a passport issued before you were 16 will need to indicate and submit with application

12 DS-11 Form They really mean it! Do NOT write below the line

13 Evidence of US Citizenship Primary (one of the following) Previously issued, undamaged U.S. Passport Certified birth certificate issued by the city, county or state* Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification of Birth Naturalization Certificate Certificate of Citizenship Secondary Early Public Records Delayed Birth Certificate Letter of No Record Form DS-10: Birth Affidavit Foreign Birth Documents + Parent(s) Citizenship Evidence Unacceptable Documentation Voter registration card Army discharge papers Social Security card

14 Certified Birth Certificate To be valid must have: Registrar s raised, embossed, impressed or multicolored seal Registrar s signature Date the certificate was filed with the registrar's office (which must be within 1 year of birth) Must be original (see following slide about mailing important documents)

15 Identification Primary (one of the following) Previously issued, undamaged U.S. passport Naturalization Certificate Valid Driver's License Current Government ID (city, state or federal) Current Military ID (military and dependents) Secondary (you must submit as much secondary identification as possible) Present a combination of documents that can be used to verify your personal identity. These documents are not acceptable as secondary identification when presented alone. Example: Social Security Card + Credit Card + NYU Student ID + Library Card

16 Identification If you apply at NYU Passport Day 2012 and submit out-of-state primary identification, you must present an additional ID document. For example, if you apply in Maryland with a Virginia s Driver s License, you must present a second ID containing as much of the following information as possible: Photo Full name Date of birth Date Issued

17 Photocopies A copy machine will be available on site at Passport Day for students use Front and back of each ID document Plain white, 8 ½ x 11 standard paper stock (don t cut, fold, etc. to size) Images on only one side of each page submitted (can t be double sided copy) No other images and/or markings (no recycled paper, hand prints in background, etc.) Image must be same size or bigger (don t shrink)

18 Fee Two separate payments required $110 for the passport book (Payable to U.S. Department of State) $25 Processing fee (Payable to U.S. Post Office) Cash or Check only (no credit cards) * Fees for First Time applicants only

19 Passport Photo Official Passport Style Photos: In Color Printed on photo quality paper 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) in size Sized such that the head is between 1 inch and 1 3/8 inches (between 25 and 35 mm) from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head Taken within the last 6 months to reflect your current appearance Taken in front of a plain white or off-white background Taken in full-face view directly facing the camera With a neutral facial expression and both eyes open Taken in clothing that you normally wear on a daily basis NYU Card Center Photos are available and eligible

20 Appointment First time applicants must have an appointment to apply in person Set up an appointment during NYU Passport Drive Complete NYU Passport Drive Day Registration Form OR Set up an appointment with passport agency or acceptance station (authorized post office) Full list of locations available on

21 Mailing Materials (birth certificate, social security card, passport application, etc.) Traceable Delivery Method Mailing service that allows you, the sender, to confirm the receipt of your package at the intended destination. Traceable delivery methods include: USPS Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation USPS Priority Mail with Signature Confirmation USPS Express Mail (for overnight delivery requests) traceable delivery method USPS Certified Mail and USPS Registered Mail (can take longer) The traceable delivery method used must be able to deliver to a PO Box address. Secure Packaging Mail your passport application and any personal documents using a secure means of packaging, such as a Tyvek envelope Keep Copies / Records Make sure to keep copies of the tracking numbers and complete photocopies of all materials mailed

22 Summary Passport gives you access to all that Global Network University can offer NYU Passport Drive Day is convenient way to complete the First Time Application Process Process is detailed but manageable Check your Eligibility Gather your Materials Make an Appointment Questions?

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