Do you want to have two passports - legally?
Submitted by Wanderlust Andi
It is a little-known fact that you can actually get two passports if you are so inclined - and have a need. And no, it is not about having a couple of false id's.
In 2015 and before, you could get additional pages added to your passport if you were one of those lucky people that traveled extensively. But, as of 2016, you can either get a 52-page passport when you renew your passport, OR you can get an additional passport (for a fee) to accommodate your need for all of those pages.
And, given that passports last 10 years, you just might need the additional pages. Plus, sometimes you need to send your passport away to get a visa. If you travel often, it is good to have a duplicate passport to travel with while you are waiting for your other passport to be sent back.
The are only two caveats:
- You must submit a written statement outlining why you need the additional passport AND
- If you lose one of the passports, you must promise to report the stolen passport as soon as possible.
So - have a wonderful time traveling and filling up all of those pages!
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