About the Second Passport

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About the Second Passport

How long is a second USA passport valid for?

A second USA passport is a limited validity passport valid for 4 years.

Updated 8 months ago

Is the passport number different in a second USA passport?

Yes. The second passport book comes with its own unique number, and will be different from the number on your primary passport book.

Updated 8 months ago

What is a second passport?

You are eligible to get a second passport if you have a valid US passport (full validity 10 year) and one of the following conditions apply: Your passport needs to be in two places at once. If you ha…

Updated 8 months ago

Will I get a new passport number when I get my second passport book?

Yes. When you receive your second passport book, the passport number will be different from the number on your primary passport book. Make sure to update any DHS Trusted Traveler account information…

Updated 8 months ago

Will there be any markings on my second passport to indicate that it is different than my primary passport?

Yes. There will be a special endorsement code printed on one of your passport’s visa pages to indicate you have a limited-validity, second passport book. Note: The second passport book is valid for u…

Updated 8 months ago

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