Resources for your next trip
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Resources from Travel.State.Gov
Travel.State.Gov offers essential tools for U.S. travelers:
- Know Before You Go – Learn about your destination, safety, and security.
- Visas & Documents – Get info on passports, visas, and entry requirements.
- Health & Immunizations – Stay updated on required vaccines and health tips.
- Emergency Help – Find U.S. embassy contacts and crisis support abroad
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passport
World Missions now requires applicants to hold current passports as a prerequisite for applying for a mission trip. Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six (6) months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Make sure to order expedite shipping to receive your passport in time to apply for the trip.
To apply or renew your passport: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.htmlPassport fee: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/requirements/fees.html
Processing time: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/requirements/processing-times.html
U.S. Passport Application Status: https://passportstatus.state.gov/Search
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Passport Photo
Photo Requirement: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/how-apply/photos.html
You can take your passport photo in most of Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid, Walmart, Costco, Sam's club and Photography studios or print your own photo on matte or glossy paper.
Signal Mountain Post Office
1155 Ridgeway Ave
Signal mountain, TN 37377-9998
423-517-9328
Appointment is required by phone or online.
Online appointment at https://tools.usps.com/rcas.htm
Library Passport Services
1001 Broad Street
Chattanooga, TN 37402423.643.7724
Passport application and photo. Appointment is required.
Please read the following information before you call: https://chattlibrary.org/passport/
Ups store
711 Signal Mountain Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37405
(423) 267-4344
https://locations.theupsstore.com/tn/chattanooga/711-signal-mountain-rd/passport-photos -
Immunization
Immunizations required and recommended for traveling can be found at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/list or
Call CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636)
Hamilton County Health Department
921 E. 3rd Street
Chattanooga, Tennessee 37403
(423) 209-8000International Travel Clinic
(423) 209-8340
Make sure to have tetanus shot up to date.
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Apps
Phone/Video Call
Recommended for texting and telephone usage while overseas. It requires a Wi-Fi connection, but give you a free option to contact your friends traveling with you as well as family and friends in the States.
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HOLD EMAIL SERVICE
Schedule Hold Mail Service. You can notify them up to 30 days in advance or as early as the next scheduled delivery day at https://holdmail.usps.com/holdmail
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Mobile Passport Control (MPC)
Mobile Passport Control (MPC) allows eligible travelers to submit their travel document, photo, and customs declaration information through a free, secure app on their smartphone or other mobile device. The use of MPC streamlines the traveler’s entry process into the United States by reducing passport control inspection time and overall wait time. Travelers using MPC will be directed to a specific processing lane for a streamlined entry process.
