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Can you get a greeting for a 50th birthday?

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Quote from WhiteHouse.gov: "Birthday greetings are available for civilians celebrating their 80th (or greater) birthday, and veterans celebrating their 70th (or greater) birthday. Please make your request at least 6 weeks in advance of the birthday."

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I sent a request for my husband's 75th birthday - he is also a veteran (29 years United states air force), but I have not yet received an answer. What should I do?

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If you haven't received your presidential greeting yet, call the official White House comment phone line at (202)456-1111 to check the status of your birthday card.

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My request was months ago. Will the greeting still be sent out?

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If your birthday has long passed, it is unlikely. Next time, make the request a couple months in advance. Make sure that you are either a veteran over the age of 70 or a U.S. citizen over the age of 80. Otherwise, you do not qualify.

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Can I get a birthday card from the president for my almost one year old twins?

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No, you cannot.

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How long does it take to receive a requested birthday card from the president?

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It can take six to eight weeks to receive a requested letter, so you should make sure that you request it in time for the recipient's birthday.

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Can I get a greeting from the president if I am really awesome?

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The president is a very busy man, but anything is possible!

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How do you get a birthday greeting from former president Barack Obama?

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Unfortunately, this presidential service is only offered by the president serving term. You will not be able to receive a card from past presidents through a presidential birthday greeting.

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My husband is likely not going to make it to his 80th birthday. Can I ask for a birthday greeting this year?

Riley Savasta

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Yes, of course! You can ask for a birthday greeting card any year! Just follow the steps and you should be able to get a card.

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Can I request a greeting from the president if my parent shares their birthday?

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Yes, of course!

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What do I do if "Get in touch" is no longer on the web page? Is there an alternative way to place an email request?

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On the top left, there are three little lines. If you click there, "Contact" is an option. I completed the form there. It's too soon to see if it worked, but it is worth a shot.

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Is it too late to request a birthday greeting from President Obama?

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No, it is still possible to request a birthday greeting from Barack Obama, former President of the United States.

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Does the president actually sign the birthday cards or are they stamped?

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The cards are typed up or written by someone who works for the President, but the President himself/herself signs it.

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What is the White House web address?

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The White House [new line] Attn: Greetings Office [new line] 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW [new line] Washington, D.C. 20500.

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How do I persuade my 74 year old grandma to request a birthday card when she is 80 from the president?

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Tell her the significance it holds, how it will be a cherished memory not only to her, but coming generations as well.

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How do I get a birthday card from a former president?

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You can search online for "birthday card from the president," and a site should appear. Fill in your information and click submit. The card should arrive 14 days before the birthday.

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Will the honoree receive the presidential greeting exactly on their birthday, or could it be sent to the requester's home to present it in person?

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The honoree will receive the presidential greeting approximately fourteen days before their birthday. If you enter your address in the honoree section instead of their address, it will arrive at your house.

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