Passport Suspension  Why is my passport suspended?  Federal law
requires that a parent with a past due child support obligation
of $2,500 or greater shall not be issued a passport.   How can I
remove the hold from my passport?  In California, you must pay
off your child support arrears and bring your balance to zero
($0.00) in order for a passport to be issued or renewed. You can
make a payment with a:    • Credit card online   • Credit card
by calling 866.901.3212   • Money order, cash or credit card by
walking into our office  If you have the passport denial letter
please have it handy when you call or bring it with you to our
office. Our office will fax a release request once your child
support balance is paid in full.  Are there any exceptions?
• Mistaken identity   • Imminently ill immediate family member
• Death of an immediate family member  If you have had a death
of an immediate family member or have a family member who is
imminently ill in another country, your case will be reviewed
for tempor