Blumenthal Hosts Passport, TSA Precheck, & Global Entry Enrollment & Renewal Event in Hartford

Description

On Friday, August 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal will host a Passport Day in collaboration with the U.S. Department of State and IDEMIA, a TSA PreCheck authorized enrollment provider, to assist individuals with passport renewals, first-time passport applications, TSA PreCheck enrollment, and Global Entry applications.

The event is open to the public and will take place at Connecticut’s Old State House at 800 Main Street from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., except between the hours of 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. The TSA PreCheck program is open to U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals and lawful permanent residents.

Passport applications and renewals provided by the CT Passport Agency:

First-time passport applicants will be required to complete a Passport Application Form and present a valid photo ID and proof of U.S. citizenship, such as an original birth certificate or naturalization certificate.

For passport renewals, a completed Passport Application Form, an old passport, and a recent passport photo will be required, along with the passport renewal fee.

For new and renewed passports, a 2-inch x 2-inch passport photo taken in the last 6 months is required. If you require a passport photo on the day of the event, Camera Bar, a local business located at 75 Asylum Street, is about two blocks away from the Passport Day event and can provide a passport photo for $10.62 day of.

RSVP to apply for or renew a U.S. passport here. Fill out and print your passport application here.

U.S. citizens can apply for both U.S. passport books and U.S. passport cards at Passport Day.

U.S. Passport Books: Valid for international travel by air, sea, or land

Validity: 10 years for adults (age 16 & older)

5 years for minors (under age 16)

Cost for First-Time Applicants: $165 for adults (age 16 & older)

$135 for minors (under age 16)

Cost for Renewal Applicants: $130 for adults (age 16 & older)

U.S. Passport Cards: Valid when entering the U.S. from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda at land or seaports-of-entry. Not valid for international travel by air.

Validity: 10 years for adults (age 16 & older)

5 years for minors (under age 16)

Cost for First-Time Applicants: $65 for adults (age 16 & older)

$50 for minors (under age 16)

Cost for Renewal Applicants: $30 for adults (age 16 & older)

TSA PreCheck enrollment provided by IDEMIA:

TSA PreCheck enrollment requires that applicants provide proof of identity, proof of citizenship, fingerprints, and a photo. IDEMIA offers TSA PreCheck enrollment for $76.75 and if approved, travelers get a five-year membership with the program.

TSA PreCheck was created in December 2011 as a way to provide low-risk travelers with a smoother experience through airport security. Enrolled members have access to TSA PreCheck dedicated screening lanes at over 200 participating U.S. airports nationwide and 99% of members wait 10 minutes or less in a screening lane. TSA PreCheck passengers travel with ease and keep their shoes, belts, and light jackets on and keep laptops, 3-1-1 liquids, and food items in their bags.

Apply for TSA PreCheck new enrollment or renewal with IDEMIA here.

Global Entry provided by U.S. Customs and Border Protection

For the first time, this Passport Day will include the opportunity to interview for Global Entry. Global Entry is a program that allows pre-approved travelers to skip long lines when returning to the U.S. from international travel using automated kiosks.

Applicants for Global Entry must be “conditionally approved” for an interview appointment at Passport Day. Without conditional approval, applicants will be unable to interview for Global Entry. If your approval is still pending prior to Passport Day, contact Senator Blumenthal’s office at Passport_Day@blumenthal.senate.gov for assistance.

To interview for Global Entry, a CBP Officer will determine eligibility and collect biometric information (e.g., fingerprints, a photo). The applicant will be asked to provide all valid travel documents, including passport(s) and U.S.-issued visa(s) if applicable. If the applicant is a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., they must provide their permanent resident card. The applicant will also need to provide proof of their residence address, such as a driver’s license or ID card.

If approved, membership is valid immediately and remains active for five years, expiring on the applicant’s birthday.

Apply to be conditionally approved for Global Entry here. RSVP for your Global Entry interview here.