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Traveling can be fun. It allows you to explore all the places you’ve dreamed of and take an escape from the pressures of everyday life. However, in order to do the international destination that you desire, you need a passport. Today, United States citizens need a passport to travel to neighboring countries such as Mexico and Canada. There are two options available. One is a passport book, the traditional passport with the pages that get stamped. The other is the passport card, which is just like a driver’s license. The application process is the same for both. Both documents are valid for 10 years for adults 16 and older,[…]

When it comes to traveling internationally with children, the one vital document that parents or guardians must secure is a U.S. passport for the minor. However, unlike the relatively straightforward process for adults, the application process for obtaining a passport for a child under the age of 16 involves additional steps, requirements and/or documentation. Understanding these differences is important to having a smooth application process and avoiding delays. 1. The Importance of Both Parents’ Consent One of the most significant differences in the passport application process for minors is the requirement for both parents or legal guardians to provide consent. This rule is in place to prevent international child[…]

Applying for or renewing a passport can be a frustrating and confusing process. The paperwork must be done in a very specific order, in some cases appointments must be made, you must have pictures taken and the list goes on. As with a lot of things, the pandemic has also pointed out flaws in our passport application process, leaving a 3-4 month back log of passports to be processed. The current processing time for passports is 8-11 weeks whereas pre pandemic it only took around 4-6 weeks. In an effort to alleviate the long wait times while also taking a leap into the 21st century, on December 13th, 2021[…]