1. What is the difference between a Passport Card and a Book in Puerto Rico?

A Passport Card is an identification document issued by the Puerto Rico government that includes the bearer’s name, date of birth, address, and a photograph. It is generally used for travel purposes within the Caribbean, Central America, and South America and is accepted as an official form of identification by the United States. A Passport Book is a traditional passport book issued by the United States government that includes the bearer’s name, date of birth, address, and a photograph. It is generally used for travel purposes outside of the Caribbean, Central America, and South America and is more widely accepted as an official form of identification by other countries.

2. Does Puerto Rico accept both Passport Cards and Books as valid forms of identification?

Yes, Puerto Rico accepts both passport cards and books as valid forms of identification.

3. Is a Passport Card accepted as valid proof of citizenship in Puerto Rico?

No, a passport card is not accepted as valid proof of citizenship in Puerto Rico. The only accepted forms of proof of citizenship in Puerto Rico are a valid U.S. passport, a birth certificate, a naturalization certificate, or a Certificate of Citizenship.

4. What are the fees associated with obtaining a Passport Card or Book in Puerto Rico?

The fees for obtaining a passport card or book in Puerto Rico are the same as the fees for obtaining a passport book or card in the United States. For an adult 16 years of age or older, the fee is $110 for a passport book and $30 for a passport card. In addition, a $35 execution fee is required. For minors under the age of 16, the fee is $80 for a passport book and $15 for a passport card. The execution fee is also $35.

5. How long is a Passport Card valid for in Puerto Rico?

A Passport Card issued in Puerto Rico is valid for 10 years for adults and 5 years for minors under the age of 16.

6. How long is a Passport Book valid for in Puerto Rico?

A passport book issued to a citizen of Puerto Rico is valid for 10 years.

7. Are there age restrictions for obtaining a Passport Card or Book in Puerto Rico?

Yes, Puerto Rico follows the same age requirement for a passport book or card as the United States. Minors under age 16 must apply in person with both parents present and provide parental consent. Those 16 and 17 years old may apply in person with one parent present and parental consent.

8. Can a Passport Card or Book be used as a form of photo identification in Puerto Rico?

Yes, a passport card or book can be used as a form of photo identification in Puerto Rico.

9. Are both the Passport Card and the Book accepted for international travel from Puerto Rico?

No, only the passport book is accepted for international travel from Puerto Rico. The passport card is only valid for land and sea travel between the US and Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean.

10. Is a background check required for obtaining a Passport Card or Book in Puerto Rico?

No, background checks are not required for obtaining a passport card or book in Puerto Rico. However, the US Department of State requires applicants to present proof of identity, such as a government-issued ID or driver’s license, and proof of US citizenship in order to be issued a passport card or book.

11. Is a passport card or book required to enter the US from Puerto Rico?

No, a passport is not required to enter the US from Puerto Rico since it is a US territory. US citizens traveling from Puerto Rico to the United States are only required to present proof of their US citizenship, such as a government-issued birth certificate or valid driver’s license.

12. What documents are needed to apply for a passport card or book in Puerto Rico?

In order to apply for a passport card or book in Puerto Rico, applicants need to provide a valid Puerto Rico ID, a completed and signed passport application form, two identical passport photos, a proof of citizenship (birth certificate or naturalization certificate), and payment (cash, check, money order, or credit/debit cards).

13. Are additional fees required to renew a passport card or book in Puerto Rico?

No, there are no additional fees required to renew a passport card or book in Puerto Rico.

14. Are passport cards or books accepted as valid forms of identification in all of Puerto Rico’s counties?

Yes, both passport cards and books are accepted as valid forms of identification in all of Puerto Rico’s counties.

15. Can both the passport card and the book be used to apply for jobs in Puerto Rico?

No, only the passport book can be used to apply for jobs in Puerto Rico. The passport card is not accepted as a form of identification for job applications.

16. Is it necessary to present a passport card or book when applying for driver’s licenses in Puerto Rico?

Yes, it is necessary to present a valid passport card or book when applying for a driver’s license in Puerto Rico. The passport card must be issued by the US Department of State and must be current.

17. Can a passport card or book be used as proof of residence in Puerto Rico?

Yes, a passport card or book can be used as proof of residence in Puerto Rico.

18. Are there any restrictions on where passport cards and books can be used within Puerto Rico?

No, passport cards and books can be used anywhere in Puerto Rico.

19. Can a passport card or book be used to register to vote in Puerto Rico?

No, a passport card or book cannot be used to register to vote in Puerto Rico. To register to vote in Puerto Rico, individuals must present a valid Puerto Rico driver’s license, state-issued ID, or Social Security number.

20. Does Puerto Rico have any special requirements for passport cards and books issued within its borders?

No, Puerto Rico does not have any special requirements for passport cards and books issued within its borders. Passport cards and books issued in Puerto Rico must meet the same standards and requirements as those issued in the United States.