What Disqualifies You From Getting A Passport

When it comes to traveling, you want everything to go as smoothly as possible. You don’t want any complications or barriers in your way. One of the most common issues people run into when trying to travel is getting a passport. And while there are a few simple rules that you need to know, there are also some exceptions that can complicate things. In this blog post, we will explore the different rules that apply when it comes to getting a passport and how you can qualify for a Passport Exception. From understanding your citizenship status to filling out the necessary forms, read on to learn more about the process.

What is a Passport?

A passport is an identification document required by many countries to travel outside their borders. A valid passport must be issued by a country that the individual is traveling to and must be valid for the duration of the trip. In order to be eligible for a passport, you must also have a valid visa or other appropriate documentation.

Some common disqualifiers for obtaining a passport include: being under 18 years old, being a national of a country listed on the United States State Department’s list of “countries not participating in the Visa Waiver Program,” being ineligible due to a criminal record, being pregnant, having a health condition that would make traveling unsafe, or being members of certain religions (such as Islam).

Who Needs a Passport?

A passport is required for many international travel purposes, such as coming into the United States and traveling to certain countries. However, not everyone needs a passport. Here are some things that will disqualify you from getting a passport:

-You are under 18 years of age
-You cannot be a citizen of the United States or Canada
-You have been convicted of a felony
-You have been declared medically unfit to travel
-You have had your citizenship revoked

How to Get a Passport

If you are a US citizen, national, or permanent resident with a criminal history that would make you ineligible for a passport, you may be able to get a passport with a waiver. If you are not a US citizen, national, or permanent resident, but your criminal history would make you ineligible for a passport if you were one, you may still be able to get a passport if your country of citizenship will issue passports to people with criminal histories.

What Disqualifies You From Getting A Passport

There are a few things that will disqualify you from getting a passport. If you have a felony on your record, you will not be able to get a passport. This includes any felony that is punishable by more than one year in prison. Additionally, if you are convicted of a crime that could make you ineligible to receive a passport, you will also be disqualified from getting one. These crimes include terrorist activities, espionage, and drug trafficking. Additionally, if you have been judged mentally defective or involuntarily committed to an institution for mental treatment, you will not be eligible for a passport.

How to Renew Your Passport

If your passport is due to expire in the next six months, you must apply in person at a U.S. Passport Services Facility (USPS) within 90 days of your birthday to renew your passport. If your passport is not currently due to expire within the next six months, but it has been more than six months since your last renewal, you must apply in person at a USPS facility within three months of your birthday to renew your passport. Passport applications can be made at any time, but are generally processed more quickly during regular business hours.

To renew a passport online, visit the Department of State’s website and follow the steps for either applying by mail or applying in person. To renew a passport by mail, send all required documentation (application form and payment) along with the applicable fee to: Department of State

Passport Service Center

PO Box 80933
Stamford CT 06908-0933

If you are not a citizen of the United States, congratulations! However, there are some things that will disqualify you from being granted a passport. If you cannot show that you have the financial stability to support yourself and any family members who might want to accompany you on your trip, for example, or if you have a criminal record that would preclude you from traveling internationally, then your application for a passport may be denied. Make sure to research all of your options before submitting an application so that you can be sure that your eligibility is fully understood and documented.