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Major Nikon

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4. I keep a paper copy with me and a digital copy in the cloud

Reply to Callalily (Original post)

Fri Jan 6, 2023, 11:16 AM

Jan 2023

Even if I were to lose my passport and my phone, I can still access the files from any computer. Naturally you can't use a digital or photocopy as an official source, but at least you'll have the passport number and other identifying information saved and it will be better than nothing.

The web site doesn't go much into what to do if you lose your passport while out of the country. Countries that have diplomatic relations with the US will have an embassy and/or consulate offices. That would be my first point of contact.

Another thing to add is a stolen US Passport is extremely valuable in some parts of the world. Guard yours carefully.

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What to Do if You've Lost Your Passport [View all] Callalily Jan 2023 OP

Good information! Thanks! CottonBear Jan 2023 #1

Tangential, but they mention cell phone access and relatives, and State Dept. Website bucolic_frolic Jan 2023 #2

Some cell phone service providers have overseas service. CottonBear Jan 2023 #3

I keep a paper copy with me and a digital copy in the cloud Major Nikon Jan 2023 #4

I make 3 photocopies of my face page... CTyankee Jan 2023 #5