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Domestic Impact

KEEPING AMERICANS SAFE AT HOME

We keep threats out of our country by carefully vetting all visa applicants and holders.
Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) special agents protect our communities by partnering with local law enforcement on task forces like D.C. Safe and Beautiful and Memphis Safe.
DSS also investigates serious crimes. They pursue fugitives wanted in the U.S. and bring them to justice.

helping americans travel abroad

Last year we issued more U.S. passports than ever before. Apply for yours today.
There are 7,500 passport acceptance facilities nationwide and 99% of Americans have one within 25 miles.
We help Americans plan safe and smooth trips abroad with our international travel guides and STEP alerts.

PUTTING U.S. TAXPAYERS FIRST

Consular services like passport processing, visas, and help for Americans abroad are at no cost to taxpayers. All services are funded by fees.
We implement modern tools like online renewal to make U.S. passport services faster and easier.

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