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() U.S. Passport applications are available at the Columbia's Main U.S. Post Office, 511 E. Walnut. You must submit the application and required materials in person to a passport clerk. A clerk is available at the main post office at the passport window Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. You can call for more instructions: (573) 876-7800 or Toll-free (800) 275-8777, selection #5 (passport information number), or, you can find applications and instructions on the U.S. Department of State website. The passport is your official identification as a citizen of the United States. Passport applications can take anywhere from two to eight weeks to process. A passport is valid for five years for individuals under 18 years of age, and is valid for ten years for individuals 18 years of age and older, from the date of issue unless specifically limited to a shorter period of time by the Secretary of State. A new passport will be required for travel after expiration of the five or ten year period. Before applying for a student visa (which is required for some study abroad programs) you will need to know your passport number. Both of these procedures take time; so don't wait until the last minute to apply. Do it today! |
