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

A Passport Card is a wallet-sized identification card that can be used as a form of identification when entering the United States from Canada, Mexico, and some Caribbean countries. It cannot be used to travel by air and is not accepted as identification to board flights. A Passport Book is a full passport that can be used for international travel, including air travel, and is accepted as identification to board flights.

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

Yes, Hawaii accepts both Passport Cards and Books as valid forms of identification.

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

No, a Passport Card is not accepted as valid proof of citizenship in Hawaii. Valid proof of citizenship in Hawaii includes a valid driver’s license, state ID card, military ID card, tribal ID card, naturalization certificate, or passport.

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

The fees associated to obtain a passport card or book in Hawaii are the same as everywhere else in the US. For an adult, the cost for a passport book is $110 and for the passport card, it is $30. For those under the age of 16, the cost for both is $80.

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

A Passport Card is valid for 10 years from the date of issue in Hawaii.

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

A passport book issued to an adult is valid for 10 years.

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

Yes. Applicants for a passport book in Hawaii must be at least 16 years old, and applicants for a passport card must be at least 15 years old.

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

Yes, the US Passport Card or Book can be used as an acceptable form of photo identification in Hawaii. Both the card and book are accepted forms of ID by the state of Hawaii.

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

Yes, both the passport card and the book are accepted for international travel from Hawaii.

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

A background check is not required for obtaining a Passport Card or Book in Hawaii. However, applicants must provide valid evidence of U.S. citizenship, identity, and a recent photograph.

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

Yes, a passport card or book is required to enter the US from Hawaii.

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

In order to apply for a passport card or book in Hawaii, applicants must provide proof of citizenship, proof of identity, two recent photographs, and the appropriate fee. This can include a birth certificate or naturalization certificate as proof of citizenship, and a valid driver’s license, state-issued ID card, or military ID as proof of identity.

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

Yes, additional fees may be required to renew a passport book or card in Hawaii. This may include an execution fee, expedited processing fee, and/or a passport card fee. Check with the United States Department of State Passport Services for more information about these fees.

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

No, passport cards or books are not accepted as valid forms of identification in all of Hawaii’s counties. Each county may have its own specific requirements, so you should contact the local county government office to find out what valid forms of identification are accepted.

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

Yes, both the passport card and the book can be used to apply for jobs in Hawaii.

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

Yes. When applying for a driver’s license in Hawaii, applicants must present a valid US passport card or book.

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

No, a passport card or book cannot be used as proof of residence in Hawaii. Generally accepted forms of proof of residence in Hawaii include a valid driver’s license, state-issued identification card, utility bill, bank statement, lease or rental agreement.

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

Yes. Passport cards are only valid for entry into the United States via land and sea ports-of-entry from Mexico, Canada, and the Caribbean. They cannot be used for air travel. Passport books are not valid for entry into Hawaii; they must be used for air travel to Hawaii from outside the United States.

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

No. A passport card or book cannot be used to register to vote in Hawaii. To register to vote in Hawaii, you must provide a valid Hawaii driver’s license or state identification card, a valid US passport, a valid military ID, or a valid student/staff ID issued by a Hawaii college or university.

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

Yes. All passport cards and books issued within the state must comply with the REAL ID Act of 2005, which establishes minimum security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards. In addition, Hawaii requires applicants to present one form of approved identification and proof of US citizenship.