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Passports for Study Abroad

• Students need a passport to study abroad outside of the U.S. 
• If the student already has a passport, be sure to check the expiration date. 
  • Study abroad students will need a passport that is valid for six months beyond the end date of their study abroad program. U.S. passports obtained before turning 16 years old are only valid for five years.

How To Obtain or Renew a U.S. Passport

• (any U.S. citizen can apply for their passport in Walla Walla)

Passports for Non-U.S. Citizens (International Students)

• International students who plan to study abroad through Whitman should check the expiration date of their passport before applying for study abroad.
• All study abroad students, regardless of citizenship, will need a passport that is valid for six months beyond the end date of their program in order to enter the host country as a student.
• International students who need to renew their passports in order to participate in study abroad should contact their home country’s embassy about the necessary steps. This should be done promptly, as renewing a foreign passport while living in the United States can be a lengthy and complex process.
• International students who need to renew their passport for study abroad should inform both their Study Abroad Advisor and the Global Programs staff at isss@whitman.edu for guidance about the process, including how to keep your U.S. F-1 student visa current.