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Currently, US citizens re-entering the US via land (i.e. driving) are NOT required to have a passport.  However, the US government and the Department of Homeland Security wants to change that.  The latest information is available at:

http://www.dhs.gov/xtrvlsec/crossingborders/whtibasics.shtm


As of Mar, 2008, here’s what the site had to say:

“For Land/Sea Travel

Beginning January 31, 2008, the United States ended the practice of accepting oral declarations of citizenship at the border.
 
bulletU.S. citizens ages 19 and older must present documentation that proves both identity and citizenship. Identification documents must include a photo, name and date of birth. A photo ID such as a driver's license and passport are currently sufficient.  View the complete list of acceptable documents at CBP.gov. 
 
bulletChildren ages 18 and under will only be required to present proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate.
 
Consequently, you are not currently required to have a US passport to re-enter the US.  However, it is probably prudent to apply to get US passports for all family members so you will be prepared for the future when this requirement eventually does go into effect.

Passport application and renewal information is available here:

http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html
   

 

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This page was last updated on 03/26/08.