If you have never traveled outside of the United States, then you may not realize you need a passport to do so. A passport is official proof that you are a citizen of the country in which the passport was issued. In the United States, passports are issued by the Department of State. Here are some important FAQs regarding passports: Do I need a U.S. passport? American citizens are required to have passports to exit and enter the U.S. and all other countries in the world. The