This document provides instructions for obtaining a US passport. It outlines two methods: applying by mail or applying online. Applying by mail involves filling out Form DS-11, submitting it and required documents in person, providing identification and photos, and waiting 6 weeks to receive the passport. Applying online involves filling out Form DS-11 online, bringing the completed form and documents to an acceptance facility, which requires only one trip instead of mailing documents. The document then reviews the 7 steps to apply online, which include filling out the form, submitting evidence of citizenship, paying fees, and providing photos. It encourages practicing the online application process and discusses why beginning online is beneficial.

1. How to plan an international vacationLesson 1: How to obtain a passport

2. Objectives

3. Getting a passport via snail mailGo to post office Fill Out Form DS-11: ApplicationSubmit Completed Form DS-11 In PersonSubmit Evidence of U.S. CitizenshipPresent IdentificationSubmit a Photocopy of ID DocumentsPresented (Step 4)Pay the Applicable FeeProvide Two Passport PhotosWait 6 weeks to get passport via mail

4. Getting a passport onlineLog on to travel.state.govFollow 7 easy stepsBring form and required documents to acceptance facility ONLY ONE TRIP TO THE POST OFFICE

5. Travel.State.Gov

6. 7 easy steps to obtain a passport1. Fill Out Form DS-11: Application2. Submit Completed Form DS-11 In Person3. Submit Evidence of U.S. Citizenship4. Present Identification5. Submit a Photocopy of ID Documents6. Pay the Applicable Fee7. Provide Two Passport Photos

7. Step 1: Fill Out Form DS-11To find DS-11:Click “PASSPORTS”

8. Click “Apply for Passport”

9. Chose “First Time Applicants”DS-11 Form: Application for US Passport

10. Step 3

11. Step 4

12. Steps 5-75. Submit a photo ID8 ½” by 11” paper6. Pay fee$165 for adults7. 2 identical passport photoObtain from most local convenience store

13. A short clip to summarize the stepshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbOkmfFSb4M&feature=email

14. Now You Try!Please log on to the computer in front of you.Following the steps provided previously, practice the passport application process*Hint: Begin by going to www.travel.state.gov

15. Evaluate FeedbackPlease continue practicing following the steps to obtain a passport. I will be walking around the room, so please do not hesitate to stop me and ask questions as they arise

16. Summarize and Review1. Fill Out Form DS-11: Application2. Submit Completed Form DS-11 In Person3. Submit Evidence of U.S. Citizenship4. Present Identification5. Submit a Photocopy of ID Documents6. Pay the Applicable Fee7. Provide Two Passport Photos

17. ActivityPlease break into groups of 3 or 4 for the purpose of this activityI would like you to discuss among yourselves why you think it is beneficial to begin the passport application process online. You will have 10 minutes for this activity.

18. How Did You Do?A prize goes to the student who can find the form online and complete it the fastest and with the most accuracy!Remember, completing Form DS -11: Application for a U. S. Passport can save you a trip to the post office!

19. Find That Print Screen!Locate where Form DS-11: Application for a U. S. Passport can be found and provide a print screen.Your print screen should look like this:

20. Evaluate FeedbackDid you find the instruction helpful?What other instructional methods would you have preferred?Will you choose to fill out your passport application after completing this program?