Does new passport have travel history?

Every new passport issued to the traveler contains the details of the last passport you held. Travelers must carry their old passports while traveling, as it can be demanded by immigration authorities of their own country as well as of the destination country.

What happens to existing visa when passport is renewed?

In case of passport reissue, the new passport will be released while the old passport will be cancelled and returned. However, any of the active visas on the old passport will still be valid and can be used till expiry of the particular visa.

Do visas carry over to new passport?

If your visa is still valid you can travel to the United States with your two passports, as long as the visa is valid, not damaged, and is the appropriate type of visa required for your principal purpose of travel. Do not try to remove the visa from your old passport and stick it into the new valid passport.

Is visa on old passport valid?

The visa will remain valid even if it is in your old, cancelled passport. Please note, however, that when travelling to the US, you will need to carry your new passport and your old passport with the valid US visa.

How do I inform immigration of a new passport?

You can notify us by the following method: Complete Form 929 – Change of address and/or passport details form (172KB PDF) and email it to [email protected].

Is visa valid on Old passport?

Can you put a visa in an old passport?

The General Rule About Valid Visas in Old Passports. In general, when your passport expires or is cancelled, all the visas inside it are automatically cancelled as well. Unless you have specific confirmation that you can use a visa in an old passport, assume that any visas in your old passport are not valid for travel.

What happens to my passport when I re-enter the US?

So when you enter or re-enter the US, you present both passports to US customs and border officials. Your current passport serves as your travel document and identification. Then your old passport with the US visa serves as the basis for your entry and the conditions of your stay.

How do I transfer my visa to a new passport?

One option is to travel carrying both your old and new passports, just the way you would for Brazil or China. Your other option is a little more complicated up front, but might be easier in the long run. You can apply for a visa transfer to have your remaining visa validity stamped into your new passport.

What happens to your visas when your passport expires?

The good news is that some of the valid visas in your old passport may still be of use. Read on to learn more about what happens to the valid visas in cancelled or expired passports! In general, when your passport expires or is cancelled, all the visas inside it are automatically cancelled as well.