Travelers were obligated to secure a REAL ID as of May 7, 2025, to travel on domestic flights, or present an approved alternative form of ID.

very intolerant and families are getting their Plan B's just in case," Jafri told USA TODAY. Here's what people should know about getting a second passport. Many of Jafri's clients are American ...

Travelers rejoice: The State Department has announced that online passport renewal is now available ... light-colored background, with no shadows on your face or behind you on the wall.

must be taken with a white background and needs to be recent. Finally, those applying for online renewal can check out using a debit or credit card. "The process of applying for a passport online ...

But that's not all you can do with a passport. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Passports are an acceptable form of Real ID and can be used to get through U.S. airport ...

Perhaps you’ve heard you can now renew your US passport online ... I had to hunt around my house for an off-white background with plenty of light, too — but they didn’t reject my photo ...

The State Department announced Thursday that the typical processing time for US passports is now down to four to six weeks. The previous processing time was six to eight weeks. The speedier ...