Many post offices, clerks of court, libraries, and other municipal offices will process your application for you. To find your closest facility, you can search your zip code here: https://iafdb.travel.state.gov/. To make an appointment, click on the facility you would like to visit. The webpage will tell you how to contact that office and make an appointment. Some passport acceptance facilities will not require an appointment, but most will. Read the instructions on the first 4 pages carefully. Then, fill out the form. You will need to provide your name, social security number, address, an emergency contact, and other identifying information. Do not sign the form yet. When you bring the form to the appointment, the official will tell you when you can sign. Furthermore, you should not attach the photo yourself to the application. They will do it for you. On this form, you will need to check whether you want a passport book, card, or both. You can find the form here: https://eforms.state.gov/Forms/ds11.pdf Go through your checklist and make sure you have all of the right documentation. Once again, you will need: Proof of citizenship A photocopy of your proof of citizenship A photo ID A photocopy of your photo ID A passport photo Completed form DS-11 At your appointment, the official will look over your documents to make sure everything is correct. They may ask additional questions. When it is time, they will ask you to sign form DS-11. If you don't have an appointment, you may need to wait. Go to the facility early in the day. The check or money order must be payable to the "U.S. Department of State." Credit cards, debit cards, and cash are not accepted. All fees are in USD. As of 2018, the fees are as follows: Adult passport book: $110 Adult passport card: $30 Adult passport book and card: $140 Child passport book: $40 Child passport card: $15 Child passport book and card: $95 This is the fee given to the passport acceptance facility. Ask the facility ahead of time about what types of payment they accept. All must accept money orders. Some may accept cash, credit card, or check. Your passport will arrive in the mail at the address you put on your application form. These times can vary if there is a backlog.
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One-sentence summary -- Make an appointment at a local passport acceptance facility. Fill out form DS-11 before you go but do not sign it. Double-check that you have the right documents and copies. Go to your appointment. Pay the passport fee with a check or money order. Pay the $25 execution fee separately. Receive your passport in 6-8 weeks.

In order to travel to different countries, you need to first get your passport. Fill out your passport application, provide photos or yourself, and bring other forms of identification, such as a driver's license or birth certificate, to the nearest location that processes passports. After your application is accepted, your passport will arrive in the mail within the next few months. If you already live in Nigeria, then you do not need to get your passport. You can pay an additional fee to get your passport within 3 weeks if you need it sooner. Fill out the tourist visa application form for Nigeria completely and click the "Submit" button when you're finished. Pay the fee listed for your application with a credit or debit card and wait for a scheduled interview date in your email. Visit your country's Nigerian Embassy at your scheduled date and time to interview with an official about why you want to visit Nigeria. If you're accepted for a visa, then you'll receive the visa so you can travel. Be sure to bring all of your personal documents with you when you meet with the Nigerian Embassy or else they won't approve your visa. You cannot apply for a visa unless you have an invitation from SCOAN or someone else that lives in Nigeria. Search online for flights that fly into Lagos, Nigeria and search for the best price. Compare the available airlines to see what they offer and any amenities they have on the plan. Then look for a departure date about 1 week later that goes from Lagos to the airport closest to your home. Book your flight a few months in advance so you can get the best deals. A member from SCOAN will be able to transport you and your group to SCOAN or your hotel so you don't have to rent a vehicle. SCOAN has multiple locations nearby and on-site that have rooms and food service available. Communicate with the SCOAN representative over email to find out the prices and the extent of what they can offer. If you'd rather stay in a nearby hotel, make a reservation for the amount of time that you plan on staying and visiting SCOAN.
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One-sentence summary -- Get your passport if you're traveling from outside Nigeria. Apply for a Nigerian visa if you live outside of West Africa. Schedule a flight to Lagos, Nigeria and let SCOAN know about your arrival. Make accommodations at SCOAN or at a nearby hotel.

With your finger, scoop out a small amount a little larger than the size of a pea. (Wearing latex gloves keeps the mess contained.) (You can compact them for maximum storage space savings.) When using the cotton ball to start a fire, first spread out the fibers of the cotton to maximize surface area.
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One-sentence summary -- Purchase a bag of cotton balls and a jar of Petroleum Jelly (like Vaseline). Take a cotton ball and slightly separate the cotton. Open the jar of Petroleum Jelly. Work the Petroleum Jelly into the cotton ball until evenly spread out. Store the Petroleum Jelly soaked cotton balls in a resealable bag or other suitable sealed container. Use.

It can be a little scary to express who you are most of the time. Don't be afraid to dress how you like or talk how you normally do at home. Speak up when you have an opinion on something. Being comfortable with who you are will show others that you are honest and confident. There's a difference between having a strong opinion on something and arguing with others. Always try to be nice, even if you disagree with someone. People should like you for who you are. If someone doesn't want to hang out with you, then move on. They may not be the right friend for you. Besides, pretending to be something you aren't will get exhausting! If people try to pressure you into doing something that you don't want to do, be firm when you say no. People should respect your boundaries. You're at summer camp to meet new people and try new things, but above all else, you're there to have fun! Having fun will not only reduce any stress you have about becoming popular, but will improve your chances of becoming popular in the first place. If you look like you're enjoying yourself, others will want to have fun with you! Try to relax! It's hard to enjoy yourself if you're paying attention to every little thing that you do. Choose to spend your time how you want to spend it. If you waste your time doing things you don't want to do, you'll end up crabby and miserable. People enjoy being around people that are happy!
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Express who you are and be as honest as possible. Don't change who you are to fit in with a crowd. Have fun by relaxing and not worrying about becoming popular.