A new federal court ruling allows all U.S. citizens to update their passport gender markers, even while the legal challenge to the previous restrictions continues. This means trans applicants can…
You’re ready for your family trip. Bags are packed. Your passport is valid. But have you checked your child’s passport? Many parents are unaware that child passports have a shorter expiration…
If you haven't seen your passport in years, you’re not alone. Maybe it got packed away during a move, left behind at a former address, or disappeared over the years.…
Need a passport but not near a passport agency? You’re not alone. Many travelers live hours from the nearest passport office, but that shouldn’t stop you from getting the necessary…
Close-up of a person holding an orange suitcase while walking on a city street during the day. You booked an international trip—flights confirmed, hotels locked in—but just realized you don’t…
Side view of a young man standing in front of the airport counter You may not have a trip planned right now, but that doesn’t mean your passport should sit…
You’ve booked the ticket, planned the itinerary, and packed your bags. But if your passport isn’t travel-ready, your trip could come to a stop before it begins. While airlines handle…
Name written with wooden cubes If you recently had a name change due to marriage or divorce, remember to update your passport, too. Your passport must match your legal name,…
If you lost your passport while traveling, it doesn’t have to ruin your trip. Whether it was stolen, misplaced, or accidentally damaged, there are steps you can take to get…
High Angle View Of Airport Security Checkpoint With X-Ray Scanner Scanning Luggages Understanding what you can and cannot pack in your Carry-on bag is important for a smooth trip. Airport…
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