Americans traveling to Canada, Mexico, or the Caribbean by land or sea need an ID that complies with the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) to return to the United States. While everyone traveling internationally by plane needs a U.S. passport, land and sea travelers have more options.
So, should you get a passport book, a passport card, or an enhanced driver’s license?
Read Article If you’re planning to drive while traveling overseas, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is one of the smartest – and in many countries, required – documents to bring along. But here’s the part most travelers don’t realize: in the United States, the American Automobile Association (AAA) is the only organization authorized by the U.S.
Read Article All U.S. citizens need a passport to travel outside of the country. One of the most common questions when planning international travel is, “How much does it cost to get a passport?”
Read Article Did you know that a child passport is only good for five years? Adult passports are valid for ten years, so it’s all too common for families to forget to renew their children’s passports when they expire.
Read Article If you are traveling soon and you need your passport during a government shutdown, you need to apply for your passport immediately. Notably, during prior government shutdowns, passport offices were often operational only while funds lasted.
Read Article Did you know that September is Passport Awareness Month? Each year, the U.S. Department of State dedicates this month to reminding travelers about the importance of passport readiness. With long processing times and increasing travel demand, Passport Awareness Month 2025 is the perfect time to check your passport status, renew early, or apply for the first time.
Read Article Planning a trip to Jamaica? One of the most common questions travelers ask is: Do I need a passport to go to Jamaica? The answer depends on how you travel—by air or cruise—and who is traveling with you.
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