How to apply for a U.S passport: Do you need a passport or a visa? A visa is issued by the country you are going to, and is necessary if you intend to stay for a long period of time. Obviously, the... How to apply for a U.S passport: COPYRIGHT © Charles Brown, 2006. All rights reserved. Source: Free Articles from ArticlesFactory.com Think budget travel equals boring travel? Think again! Learn the Guerrilla Travelers insider secrets to travel to the world's most exciting places and experience the coolest travel adventures without spending a bundle. Charles Brown is a former attorney who now spends his time indulging his passion for travel and shares the unique travel destinations and unbeatable travel bargains he uncovers on his blog, Guerrilla Traveler - Adventure on a Budget, www.guerrillatraveler.blogspot.com.