Is my passport valid for travel?
You must have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended program’s return date. Use the Department of State Passport Wizard to learn how to apply for a new passport. If you are uncertain if your passport if valid for travel, please contact AFS.
I have a non-US passport. What do I do?
If you hold a foreign passport and a visa or residence permit/green card to reside in the US, the process for going abroad may be different for you. AFS is committed to doing what we can to provide opportunities to citizens of all nations and are often able to accommodate non-US citizens. Please contact AFS as soon as possible to find out if an AFS program is possible.
Where can I get a passport photo taken?
Passport photos can be used for both a passport and visa in many cases and must meet U.S. State Department requirements. Photographs can be taken at many post offices or at stores like Walgreens, UPS, Fed Ex/Kinkos, etc, and must be included in the passport or visa application per the application requirements.