Yes. Every traveler needs a valid passport—athletes, family members, coaches, and supporters.
A few key things to know:
- Start the passport process as soon as you decide to travel. Processing can take longer than people expect.
- We need your passport information at least 120 days before departure so we can ticket flights and finalize travel details.
- If we don’t have your passport at the time of ticketing, late ticketing fees may apply.
- If you’re cutting it close, SAWUSA can point you to expedited passport options through trusted passport agencies.
Each traveler is responsible for obtaining their own passport.