What can I use if I don't have a passport?


What can I use if I don't have a passport?

If you don't have a passport, there are other acceptable forms of identification, including:
  • U.S. passport card.
  • State-issued driver's license.
  • DHS trusted traveler card.
  • State-issued Enhanced Driver's License.
  • U.S. Merchant Mariner Credential.
  • Border crossing card.
  • Permanent resident card.
  • U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) ID.


What is alternative documentation for passport?

Photo ID: A driver's license, government-issued ID, military ID, Certificate of Naturalization, or previously issued passport (if you are applying for a new one) are all acceptable forms of ID.


Can a citizen travel without a passport?

Air Travel: U.S. citizens (including infants and children) departing from or entering the United States by air are required to present a valid U.S. passport to board an international flight. U.S. citizens departing from a designated Canadian airport can use their NEXUS Card for entry when utilizing a NEXUS kiosk.


Can I travel internationally with an expired passport?

If you're traveling internationally, the short answer is no, you cannot use an expired passport. You must renew your passport if it's expired or will expire within the next six months.


Can I cross the border with my ID?

U.S. citizens may present a valid U.S. passport; Passport Card; enhanced driver's license; Trusted Traveler Program card (SENTRI or Global Entry); U.S. military identification card when traveling on official orders; U.S. Merchant Mariner document when traveling in conjunction with official maritime business; or Form I- ...


Can I board an international flight without a passport?

A passport is required for all international travel. If you're traveling anywhere overseas, you need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. for international air travel.


Can I get my passport on the same day in USA?

If you are traveling within the next two weeks, you may be able to visit the U.S. Passport Office for same-day or next-day processing. Please contact my office for additional assistance. My office is always available to assist you with the issuance or renewal of your passport.


What country does not require a passport?

Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands are two Caribbean countries that do not require a passport for American citizens when traveling by air or sea. Essentially, these countries are regarded as domestic travel within the United States.