How Do I Become a Passport Acceptance Agent?
Processing U.S. passport applications is serious business. The State Department considers handling of these documents a matter of national security. That's why although the work may seem simple, the process to become a passport acceptance agent is fairly in-depth.
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Instructions
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Registration
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Obtain employment with an authorized non-federal passport acceptance facility. Most of the time, these are state and local government agencies such as a local city hall.
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Complete Department of State identification and signature forms which passport acceptance facilities must use and maintain. Your information will be shared with the U.S. Passport Agency's customer service department.
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Complete interactive computer-based training which will instruct you on the policies and procedures surrounding passport application acceptance.
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Test successfully on the training you received to be certified as a passport acceptance agent. This will most likely be given by computer following the training module.
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Tips & Warnings
Only U.S. citizens can qualify to be passport acceptance agents.
Government agencies who hire acceptance agents usually perform a thorough background check. Prior convictions may bar you from being a passport acceptance agent.
References
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