There’s no getting around it \u2013 getting a passport is expensive! So, most people wait until they actually have international travel plans to apply for one.<\/p>\n
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However, there are some groups of people who need to keep a valid US passport handy at all times, even if they don’t have travel plans in the near future. If you fall into any of the categories below, you need a US passport:<\/p>\n
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People With Family Abroad<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Whether it’s a joyous occasion like a wedding or a tragic one like an illness or funeral, people who have relatives living overseas should maintain a valid US passport at all times, just in case. If something comes up, you will want to be able to go to your loved ones quickly, without having to deal with a lot of bureaucratic hassle. If you don’t have a passport, get one. If you do, keep tabs on the expiration date. If there are children in the family, remember that their passports will expire in five years rather than ten.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n