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Passports
U.S. Passports are issued to American Citizens through the U.S. Department of State. Passports are necessary for almost all international travel with few exceptions. For more information about the application and renewal process, click here.


Travel Registration
Travel registration is a free service provided by the U.S. Government to U.S. citizens who are traveling to or living in a foreign country. Registration allows you to record information about your upcoming trip abroad that the Department of State can use to assist you in case of an emergency. Americans residing abroad can also get routine information from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. For more information about travel registration, and services to Americans abroad, visit the U.S.Department of State's website.


International Travel

The State Department’s Office of American Citizens Services and Crisis Management (ACS) administers the Consular Information Program, which informs the public of conditions abroad that may affect their safety and security. Country Specific Information, Travel Alerts, and Travel Warnings are vital parts of this program. For more information, visit the U.S. Depatment of State's website.

 

Immigration
This page includes general information about legal permanent residence, naturalization, and other immigration benefits. It also links to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website where you may check the status of your pending case, download various immigration forms, review relevant law, access How To guides, and more. Click here for more informaiton or visit USCIS online.

 

Nonimmigrant Visas
Nonimmigrant visas are issued by the U.S. Department of State to qualified applicants for temporary visits to the United States. The B visas for business and tourism are the most common; however, nonimmigrant visas are issued for a variety of purposes including education, employment, athletics, etc. Click here for more information, or link directly to the U.S. Department of State's website.