Events
Penn Abroad is excited to announce the Fall 2024 Passport Drive, which will be held on October 30, 2024.
U.S. Passport Agents will be available to aid students in applying for new (first-time) U.S. passports. Application for this event is required and will close when spots are full.
Please note that passport processing time will take up to 8 weeks and should not be relied upon for spring 2025 international travel.
Eligibility Requirements
Qualified students who have never held a US passport are eligible to apply for a fully funded passport. Funded passports are limited, and applications will be reviewed in the order that they are received. Those not selected for a funded passport will be placed on a waitlist and may be funded as spots become available.
Qualifications to be eligible for a fully funded passport:
- Both Graduate and Undergraduate students at Penn may apply, however, undergraduate student applications will be prioritized
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must be applying for a new (first-time) passport.
- Must be available for an in-person appointment on October 30th, 2024.
- Priority will be given to undergraduate students in the classes of 2027 and 2028.
- Priority will be given to undergraduate students that receive financial aid.
Required Documents
Prior to participating in the Fall 2024 Passport Drive, Penn Abroad will conduct a materials check to ensure that each applicant has the necessary documents to receive a U.S. Passport. Please carefully review the documents required to apply for a U.S. Passport on the State Department website and make sure you have the following materials in-hand to complete a materials check with Penn Abroad staff October 9th-October 25th, 2024.
1. To apply for a U.S. Passport, you must provide evidence of U.S. Citizenship through one of the following:
- U.S. birth certificate that meets the following requirements:
- Issued by the city, county, or state of birth
- Lists your full name, date of birth, and place of birth
- Lists your parent(s)' full names
- Has the date filed with registrar's office (must be within one year of birth)
- Has the registrar's signature
- Has the seal or stamp from the city, county, or state which issued it
- Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification of Birth
- Certificate of Naturalization
- Certificate of Citizenship
2. You must also present one photo identification document as outlined on the Photo Identification page of the State Department website.
3. Passport photos will be funded through the PennCard Center. Before participating in the Fall 2024 Passport Drive, you will be asked to make an appointment at the PennCard Center to have your Passport photo taken.
4. A completed Passport Application, Form DS11. If you need a paper copy, please email Edith Bradley (pgl-arb-ga24@pobox.upenn.edu)
For any questions, please reach out to pgl-arb-ga24@pobox.upenn.edu.
Explore Penn Abroad's Programs to learn more about the options available. Attend another Penn Abroad event or meet with an advisor.
