My First Passport

The story of Secretary Clinton’s first passport illustrates that passports are not only your key traveling the world, but also your key creating personal connections. Where did your first passport take you? This week, September 13 through September 19, tell us where your first passport took you.  Join the conversation on Facebook.


Wherever your first passport takes you, you can stay safe by staying connected to the State Department. Enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is free and gives you instant access to important travel information concerning the countries you are visiting. STEP enables the State Department to better assist you the event of natural disasters or civil unrest. During your travels, STEP can help your family and friends reach you in an emergency.

The Smart Traveler App, available for both Android and iPhone, provides easy access to your STEP account and allows you to create personal itineraries, add notes, and organize your trips. Not only that, but it provides quick access to our Facebook and Twitter pages.