You Can Renew Your Passport Online, but Only if You Act...
Planning on doing some traveling this summer? Take some time out to renew your passport. You can get it done quickly and efficiently these days – but you're going to have to hurry to get it done. The US State Department has started accepting online passport renewals once more, but only for those who can get…
Russia is seizing thousands of passports from people who might flee...
The Kremlin is seizing the passports of Russians under a new decree.It targets include conscripts and people with state secrets.Russia has used passport confiscation to stop people fleeing, and is likely doing the same here. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the…
US passport applications are now backlogged up to 13 weeks — making...
The US passport system is backed up even more as a busy Summer of travel kicks off. Waits for renewals have increased from 11 weeks to 13 weeks. Panicked travelers faced with canceling costly vacations are calling their senators for help. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a…
These Countries Won’t Let You Visit If Your Passport Expires in...
This summer is gearing up to be a doozy for travel. With nearly 85% of Americans planning to travel this summer, according to The Vacationer, and summer travel costs expected to increase due to inflation, low seat supplies because of pandemic layoffs, lack of pilots and airport staff, and retired planes, the last thing you…
Plan to Wait a Long Time for Your Passport
Photo: infinity21 (Shutterstock)If your summer plans include a trip abroad, now is the time to apply for your passport, as wait times are on the rise.The Washington Post reports that routine processing is currently estimated to take anywhere from eight to 11 weeks compared to six to nine weeks last month, while expedited applications are…
How (and When) to Get a Passport for Your Child
Photo: goodmoments (Shutterstock)With mask and travel restrictions lifting, you may be considering a long-distance vacation with your family. If you’re planning to fly to another country, everyone will need a passport, including your children. But don’t expect to get it done quickly (without paying a pretty penny, and even then, “quickly” is debatable). The process…
FAQ: What Is A Vaccine ‘Passport,’ And What Are These Credentials...
New York State's Excelsior Pass is an app that people can use to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test. NY Governor's Press Office via AP hide caption toggle caption NY Governor's Press Office via AP New York State's Excelsior Pass is an app that people can use to show proof of vaccination…
