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Passport Guide

According to the US Department of State, passport applications currently take about 6-9 weeks to process and you are required to submit a copy of your passport to the Office of International Education (CL 108) within weeks of your acceptance to the program, so apply now! Some programs may require a passport with the application process due to lengthy visa or permit procedures. If required this will be indicated on the program website and/or your study abroad application.

If you have a passport

  • Make sure it is in good condition (no pages missing or torn etc.)
  • Make sure it is valid for at least 6 months after your intended return date (this is recommended or required by countries)
  • If your passport will expire, please renew it right away!

If you do not have a passport

Visas

Some programs require you to have a visa (a document issued by the host country). If a visa is required your Office of International Education advisor will meet with you to review the process and requirements. To learn more about exit and entry requirements for countries and to find if a visa is needed please visit the U.S. Department of State Country Information.

Helpful Web Links

Locations to Process a Passport in Green Bay

**Note: Call ahead to see if an appointment is needed to process a passport application

  • Brown County Clerk
    305 East Walnut Street – (920) 448-4016
  • Green Bay Downtown Post Office
    118 North Monroe Street – (920) 432-0229
  • Green Bay Main Post Office
    300 Packerland Drive – (920) 498-3895
  • Hansen Road Station Post Office
    790 Hansen Road – (920) 405-0665

Many other local post offices and county clerk's offices can process applications. You may want to call and see if an appointment is needed or if you need to go to a specific location.

Passport Photos

You will need a passport photo for your application (and potentially for visa applications as well if you are required to apply for one). You can get photos taken at these locations (call or check website for specific locations in your area- not all locations offer passport photo services and some may require an appointment):

  • Walgreens
  • CVS
  • Post Office
  • UPS
  • FedEx
  • Wal-Mart
  • Costco