The first step before going abroad is securing a United States passport. Therefore, the Honors College and Education Abroad are sponsoring Passport Day: a one-stop-shop to help you get a head start on your study abroad adventure! The US Department of State Washington Passport Agency will be on hand to personally process your passport application. Additionally, there will be a photographer present to take and print your passport photo.

1. Fill Out Form DS-11: Application For A U.S. Passport
**Do NOT Sign your form until you meet with an agent on December 7th**

2. Submit Completed Form DS-11 In Person
This step will be completed on December 7th.
**Again, Do NOT Sign your form until you meet with an agent on December 7th**

3. Submit Evidence of U.S. Citizenship

4. Present Identification

5. Submit a Photocopy of the Identification Document(s) Presented (Step 4) PLEASE BE SURE TO READ THE COPY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. Copy the FRONT AND BACK of the documents.

6. Pay the Applicable Fee
Check payable to “Department of State” for $135*

7. Provide One Passport Photo
One (1) color 2”x2” passport photo
Bring your own -or- a photographer will be on hand on December 7th taking and printing passport photos for a fee of $10. Cash or check acceptable. Please make check payable to University of Maryland.

Register for a time slot on December 7th by clicking below:
Registration Form

*Slots will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
**Registration will close Wednesday, December 5.

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