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09/04/2026

Passport book, Passport card, or both?
Here are the main differences to help you decide what’s best for you:

Passport book: Required for international AIR travel.

Passport card: Can be used for LAND and SEA travel from Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and parts of the Caribbean.

Both can be used to meet the Real ID requirement for domestic air travel. A passport card can be a convenient, wallet-sized form of government ID.
Learn more at travel.state.gov/passportcard

08/25/2026

If you are traveling abroad with children, make sure you have the proper documents. Some countries have strict requirements for traveling with minors, including requiring parents to show evidence of their relationship to the child when entering or departing the country. Some also require a notarized consent letter if only one parent is traveling. Review the info page for your destination at travel.state.gov/destination to check the requirements before you go.

08/23/2026

08/03/2026

Don’t let your vacation end before it even begins! Here are four common reasons American travelers are denied entry into another country and how to avoid them:

1️⃣ Not enough validity remaining on U.S. passport – Many countries require at least six months validity remaining beyond the dates of your trip. Look up your destination’s entry requirements at travel.state.gov/destination.

2️⃣ No visa or electronic travel authorization – Each country has its own entry requirements, and many require foreign visitors (including Americans) to get a visa or electronic travel authorization before arrival.

3️⃣ Lost passport on plane/in airport (more common than you think!) – Avoid putting your passport in the seat-back pocket and keep it in a safe spot while moving through the airport.

4️⃣ Packed something not allowed in destination country – Some common items in the United States (certain medications, fresh produce, C*D and medical ma*****na, etc.) are banned in other countries. ALWAYS look up local laws and what you can and cannot pack at travel.state.gov/destination before you go.

07/31/2026

Our destination information pages on travel.state.gov/destination include emergency contact info for the U.S. Embassy that you can save right to your device. You can also find information about local laws, entry requirements, tips from the U.S. Embassy and more. Make it a habit to review the page for your destination before every trip abroad.

07/29/2026

Once you receive your U.S. passport, don’t forget to sign it!

Adult passports (age 16 and up): You must sign your full name in blue or black ink inside your passport.

Child passports (under age 16): A parent should print the child's full name on the signature line. The parent should also sign their name next to the printed name of their child and note their relationship to the child, such as mother, father, or guardian.

06/29/2026

You can find A LOT of important pre-travel information all in one place at travel.state.gov/destination. Even if you're going somewhere you’ve been before, entry requirements, local laws, and safety considerations can change. Get in the habit of looking up the latest information before EVERY international trip.

06/26/2026

✈️ Before you zip up that suitcase... check this list! 🧳

No matter how many times I travel, there's always one thing I forget. 😅 That's why I love having a simple packing checklist to make sure all the essentials are covered.

I hope this helps make your next trip a little less stressful and a lot more organized. Save it for later—you'll thank yourself when it's time to pack!

06/18/2026

Wondering if you qualify for online passport renewal? Here are the key requirements:
✅The passport you are renewing is/was valid for 10 years, and you are age 25 or older.
✅ Your passport is either expiring within one year or has expired less than five years ago.
✅ You live in the United States (either state or territory).
✅ Your most recent passport is in your possession and was never reported as lost or stolen.
✅ You are comfortable paying online and uploading your own passport photo.
Learn more at travel.state.gov/renewonline and ALWAYS make sure you’re on the official site ending in “.gov” (not “.com,” “.us,” or “.org”).

05/27/2026

The State Department’s passport information is looking better than ever!
Remember: travel.state.gov is the OFFICIAL source for ALL things passport. DO NOT be fooled by third party sites that end in .com, .us, or .org rather than .gov.
Check out our recently revamped site at travel.state.gov/passports