Steve Meo
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Steve Meo created an article, Why do some countries even require a visa as an entry requirement while others do not?
A country's visa requirements are usually dictated by economical, socio-political and reciprocal relationships between two countries, that is, the traveler's country and the destination country. ...
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Steve Meo created an article, Mar 11, 2020 Information regarding Russia travel-related news, regulations and restrictions in regards to the Coronavirus outbreak
Current travel restrictions for entering Russia: Passengers, arriving to Moscow from the following countries: China, South Korea, Iran, Italy, France, Germany, Spain are subject to 2-week self-isol...
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Steve Meo created an article, Coronavirus: India bans all travellers from entering country in unprecedented move (dated March 06, 2020)
(the following is an excerpt from an article by Adam Withnall (UK)of the Independent . The Independent’s editorial stance is free from commercial, party political or proprietorial influence. In o...
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Steve Meo created an article, How long are my biometrics (digitally captured fingerprints) kept on file with a Schengen Consulate?
Biometrics are kept on file in a shared database (Visa Information System) between all the Schengen Consulates for 5 years. Evidence of this is notated on a Schengen Visa label by the letters "VIS".
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Steve Meo created an article, Is it necessary to have my German Visa application signed in front of a Notary Public?
While this was a requirement with the German Consulate for many years, it is now no longer necessary.
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Steve Meo created an article, Can I change the photo in my passport if I do not like it?
Yes you can. This would, however, be considered a passport renewal utilizing Form DS-82. Full US Government fees will apply. If on the other hand, the photo in you current passport looks bad becau...
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Steve Meo created an article, How do I correct a data error in my U.S. Passport?
A passport issued with a data error (e.g., name, sex, or place of birth) or printing error (e.g., data is missing on the biographical page, discoloration, crooked printing, etc.) can be corrected a...
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Steve Meo created an article, My name has changed since my passport was issued. How to I go about getting my new name on my current passport?
If you are requesting the change less than one year after your passport was issued: You must submit the following Form DS-5504 Your most recent U.S. passport Your original or certified name change...
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Steve Meo created an article, My US Passport was stolen while overseas. I was Issued a limited validity one year passport. How do I get another full term 10 year passport?
US Embassies and Consulates abroad can issue an emergency temporary US Passport in the event of theft or loss of a valid US Passport while overseas. This type of passport is intended basically to g...
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Steve Meo created an article, I am a USA Passport Holder But Born In Taiwan ROC. How Should I Answer Q# 1.4 Regarding My Place of Birth?
Since China (People's Republic of) does not recognize Taiwan ROC as a sovereign nation, you must answer this question "(name of city in Taiwan") CHINA. Additionally, if this is your first China Vi...