As reported in a previous Rush Passport™ blog entry, there are several reasons to get a US Passport Card.
- The wallet-sized US Passport Card is more convenient and less expensive than the traditional passport book.
- The US Passport Card can be used to enter the US from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda by land or sea.
- The US Passport Card, just like the passport book is valid for 10 years (adults) and for 5 years (minors under age 16).
- The US Passport Card is easy to get. Adults who already have fully valid passport books can even apply for the US Passport Card as a passport renewal.
- The US Passport Card offers protection in case your passport is lost or stolen. With a US Passport Card, all you have to do is present it at any U.S. Embassy abroad and you will qualify for a replacement FULL TERM passport on the spot without the need to provide any additional documentation.
Now, there’s another great reason to get a US Passport Card – to cross the Ambassador Bridge. US Passport holders and Canadian Passport holders have been using the Ambassador Bridge for years. A little more than 30 years ago, Manuel “Matty” Moroun bought the Ambassador Bridge that connects Detroit and Windsor, Ontario. Moroun, now 83 years old, holds the honor of being the only person to privately own a border crossing in the United States and he has a monopoly over one of the nation’s busiest international trade routes.
The bridge is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Each day over 40,000 commuters, tourists and truck drivers cross the Windsor-Detroit border. In addition, over $323 million worth of goods is transported daily.
There is plenty of Duty Free Shopping on both sides of the border in both Detroit and Canada which means no GST, no federal tax, no manufacturing tax, no excise tax and no provincial tax. This all means huge savings.
US Passport holders can find great deals on designer perfumes fragrances from around the world, Canadian handcrafted art, fine china, crystal, porcelain, glassware, jewelry, watches, cigars and liquor – including the world-famous Canadian ice wine.
As of June 1, 2009, when crossing US-Canada Border, a US Passport Card can be used to cross over into Canada. Travelers must also have appropriate identification for all children making the trip.
Frequent travelers can also take advantage of the NEXUS program. This will enable them to use dedicated lanes to cross the border between Canada and the US more quickly.
For international travelers wishing to enter Canada, from countries other than the U.S, a valid passport is required.
If you are interested in getting a US Passport , US Passport Card , or for any passport visit us at http://www.rushpassport.com or call us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to speak with a Live Passport Agent. (877) 937-7277 (All 50 States) or (212) 643-9305 New York Agency.