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If you are planning a European river cruise escapade, but a resident of the US, it will be necessary to secure a passport. Although the normal ID like your driver's license often serves as a valid proof of identification in the United States, such ID and other standard IDs are not acceptable when travelling overseas. It will require just about four to six weeks to obtain a passport in the U.S. When preparing for your river cruise in Europe, it is essential to provide yourself enough time between the start of the passport application process to boarding the water vessel. Here, I will share the simple steps on acquiring your passport swiftly and easily.

The initial step to obtaining a passport so you can take a European river cruise is to obtain a set of acceptable papers attesting to your identity. Some examples of these papers include a birth certificate, or a certificate that verifies your citizenship. Next, you may need to find a business entity specializing in taking pictures for passport use.

It is a good idea to get at least four made - while two are intended for the passport, a travel Visa may be required so it is good to have extra copies in your possession. Once you have complied with this initial requirement, you should download the application form accessible from the TRAVEL.STATE.GOV website.

Of Course, you must properly fill up the passport application form in order to be approved. Bear in mind, it is adviseable to be thorough so that your European river cruise is not going to cause you trouble. You will have to pay a fee in order to apply. It is also a must to include payment information so that the application can be processed.

You must then mail the application to the address printed on the application and instruction list. If you have duly accomplished the form, you should receive the passport for your European river cruise within a month to month and a half.