1. What is the difference between a Passport Card and a Book in West Virginia?

A Passport Card is a wallet-sized card that is issued in lieu of a passport book and can be used for land and sea travel between the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean. The Passport Card is less expensive than a passport book and is accepted by fewer countries than a passport book. A passport book is a pocket-sized booklet that contains your personal information, photograph, and other identifying details. It is required for international air travel and is accepted by more countries than a Passport Card.

2. Does West Virginia accept both Passport Cards and Books as valid forms of identification?

Yes, West Virginia accepts both Passport Cards and Books as valid forms of identification.

3. Is a Passport Card accepted as valid proof of citizenship in West Virginia?

Yes, a Passport Card is accepted as valid proof of citizenship in West Virginia.

4. What are the fees associated with obtaining a Passport Card or Book in West Virginia?

A passport book costs $110 for adults and $80 for children under 16. The passport card costs $30 for adults and $15 for children under 16. There is also a $35 fee for both the passport book and the card.

5. How long is a Passport Card valid for in West Virginia?

A Passport Card issued in West Virginia is valid for 10 years.

6. How long is a Passport Book valid for in West Virginia?

A Passport Book issued by the U.S. Department of State is valid for 10 years from the date of issue for all citizens of West Virginia.

7. Are there age restrictions for obtaining a Passport Card or Book in West Virginia?

Yes, the applicant must be at least 16 years old to apply for a passport book or card.

8. Can a Passport Card or Book be used as a form of photo identification in West Virginia?

Yes, a passport card or book can be used as a form of photo identification in West Virginia.

9. Are both the Passport Card and the Book accepted for international travel from West Virginia?

Yes, both the Passport Card and the Book are accepted for international travel from West Virginia.

10. Is a background check required for obtaining a Passport Card or Book in West Virginia?

Yes, a background check is required for obtaining a passport card or book in West Virginia.

11. Is a passport card or book required to enter the US from West Virginia?

Yes, a valid passport is required to enter the US from West Virginia.

12. What documents are needed to apply for a passport card or book in West Virginia?

To apply for a passport card or book in West Virginia, applicants will need to provide proof of US citizenship, a valid form of photo identification, a photocopy of the identification document, two passport photos, and a completed DS-11 form. The application fee must also be included.

13. Are additional fees required to renew a passport card or book in West Virginia?

Yes, additional fees are required to renew a passport book or card in West Virginia. The exact fee amount depends on the type of passport (book or card), the age of the passport holder, and how quickly they need their passport.

14. Are passport cards or books accepted as valid forms of identification in all of West Virginia’s counties?

No, passport cards or books are not accepted as valid forms of identification in all of West Virginia’s counties. In most counties, a valid driver’s license or state-issued ID card is required as valid forms of identification.

15. Can both the passport card and the book be used to apply for jobs in West Virginia?

Yes, either the passport card or the book can be used to apply for jobs in West Virginia.

16. Is it necessary to present a passport card or book when applying for driver’s licenses in West Virginia?

Yes, a valid passport card or book is necessary when applying for a driver’s license in West Virginia.

17. Can a passport card or book be used as proof of residence in West Virginia?

Yes, a valid passport can be used as proof of residence in West Virginia.

18. Are there any restrictions on where passport cards and books can be used within West Virginia?

Yes. Passport books are required for international travel by air, while passport cards are accepted for crossing the border into Canada, Mexico, and some Caribbean nations via land or sea. Passport cards cannot be used for international air travel.

19. Can a passport card or book be used to register to vote in West Virginia?

No, a passport book or card cannot be used to register to vote in West Virginia.

20. Does West Virginia have any special requirements for passport cards and books issued within its borders?

No, West Virginia does not have any special requirements for passport cards and books issued within its borders. All applicants must follow the same requirements as for any other state.