Passports and Visas

Passports for Study Abroad

• Students need a passport to study abroad outside of the U.S. 
• If the student already has a passport, be sure to check the expiration date. 
  • Study abroad students will need a passport that is valid for six months beyond the end date of their study abroad program. U.S. Passports obtained before turning 16 years old are only valid for 5 years.  

How to Obtain or Renew a U.S. Passport

• US Department of State Passport Instructions 
• Walla Walla County Clerk (any US citizen can apply for their passport in Walla Walla)

Passports for Non-U.S. Citizens

• Students need a passport to study abroad outside of the U.S. 
• If the student already has a passport, be sure to check the expiration date
  • Study abroad students will need a passport that is valid for six months beyond the end date of your program. U.S. Passports obtained before turning 16 years old are only valid for 5 years. 
• If you do not have a passport or your current passport will expire soon, please apply for a new passport now.