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Rachel LoveSchool:New York University Abroad Location: United Kingdom |
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| I chose to study abroad because the program I was accepted into at New York University allows freshmen to study at an international site. I knew that ... | |
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Your child should get their passport as soon as possible. Or, if your child has a passport, check that expiration date will remain current during the entire time they will be abroad. For a cheaper and less stressful experience, begin the process at least six months prior to your child’s departure.
Your child must have a valid passport in order to enter most countries. In addition, if your child is traveling by air, he/she must have a passport in order to re-enter the U.S. Currently, if your child is traveling to and from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, or Bermuda by land or sea, he/she does not need a passport, although other documentation will be required. However, starting June 1, 2009, your child must have a passport, passport card, or WHTI-compliant document in order to enter the U.S. See http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html for more information
Also, remember that your child must have your passport prior to obtaining a Student Visa for study abroad if they travel to a country that requires them. Some countries require students to obtain their visas from a nearby embassy before leaving the US, while others may provide visas for a fee after your child lands in-country, contact your nearest embassy for details.
As a parent, you may also want to consider getting a passport if you don’t have one already. A passport will allow you to visit your child during their breaks, or if you need to go to your child in an emergency.
Be sure to check http://travel.state.gov/ for the most up-to-date information on passports.
Visit Study Abroad Passports for steps for you and your child to obtain your passport.