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Birth certificate is one of the essential documents required to get a US passport. Except for that, it is also your major proof of US citizenship. But what if you don't have your birth certificate? Don't worry there is always a solution to such problems. Either you were born at home or your parents never applied for the document, there can be any reason behind it. And, the solution to such situation can include visiting the Health Department or Bureau of Vital Statistics to check the copy of the document or a birth affidavit. Read the complete post here to find out more.

Did you know that your passport can be as small as your driver's license and could fit into your pocket with other cards? Yes, you can get a US Passport Card for traveling Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbeans by land or sea. The card would be accepted as your passbook, and also, can also be used inside the United States as an official identification for any purpose, as well as a proof of US citizenship. So, either you have a passport or not you can apply for passport card that you can easily carry wherever you want (especially as the ID proof for the kids who can't have driving licence. Check out our guide here for the requirements for a passport card and how to get a passport card fast.

If you are renewing your passport for the first time, you might wonder what will happen with your old passport. You might think that it's a good idea to shred or destroy your old passport, just like the way you cut up your old credit card when you get a new one. Don't do it! Here are top 4 reasons explaining why should you store it at a safe place even though you can't use it for travel.