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Can I use an expired passport for identification?

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Can I use an expired passport for identification?

The only exception which applies to expired documents is that a passport which expired less than 2 years ago will still be accepted. All other documents must have a valid expiry date. No other expired document will be accepted.

What documents can be used to prove US citizenship?

You are a U.S. citizen if you have a:

  • Birth certificate showing birth in the United States;
  • Form N-550, Certificate of Naturalization;
  • Form N-560, Certificate of Citizenship;
  • Form FS-240, Report of Birth Abroad of United States Citizen; or.
  • Valid unexpired U.S. passport.

Can I use an expired passport for a Social Security card?

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All documents must be current (not expired). We cannot accept a receipt showing you applied for the document. We may use one document for two purposes. For example, we may use your U.S. passport as proof of both citizenship and identity.

Do I need a certificate of citizenship if I have a passport?

If you already have a U.S. passport, you generally don’t need to obtain a Certificate of Citizenship. However, some people prefer to have a certificate as a form of back-up documentation. The Certificate of Citizenship does not expire. Therefore, it may give some citizens more reassurance than a U.S. passport.

Is a Social Security card Proof of citizenship for passport?

If it is not possible to provide the required birth certificate, then an applicant must submit several forms of secondary evidence. A social security card is not considered adequate proof of citizenship.

Does a passport count as a Social Security card?

We can accept only certain documents as proof of citizenship for new and replacement cards. These include your U.S. passport, a Certificate of Naturalization or a Certificate of Citizenship. If you aren’t a U.S. citizen, Social Security will ask to see your current immigration documents.

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Can you have a US passport and not be a citizen?

Passports are only issued to applicants who possess U.S. citizenship or are non-citizen nationals. U.S. citizenship must be proved in order to get a United States passport unless the person is a non-citizen national.

Will social security accept an expired passport?

When you become a US citizen Do you have to notify social security?

You will need to visit Social Security so they can update your Social Security record. Wait at least 10 days after your ceremony before doing so and be prepared to show them your Certificate of Naturalization or your U.S. passport.

Does having a U.S. passport mean you are a U.S. citizen?

A passport is evidence of citizenship and also serves as a travel document if you need to travel. For information about applying for a U.S. passport, see the U.S. Department of State Web site at www.state.gov.

Can U.S. citizen have dual citizenship?

U.S. law does not mention dual nationality or require a person to choose one nationality or another. A U.S. citizen may naturalize in a foreign state without any risk to his or her U.S. citizenship. Dual nationals owe allegiance to both the United States and the foreign country.

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