If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, there’s a big change coming your way. Starting November 10, 2024, the European Union will officially phase out the practice of stamping passports for non-EU tourists. Instead, the EU will introduce a digital Entry/Exit System (EES), which will streamline the border control process using biometric technology to track entries and exits.
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Great news for U.S. travelers! The U.S. Department of State is expanding its passport services to make international travel more convenient.
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken announced:
To better serve the growing number of Americans seeking U.S.
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If you’re traveling internationally, you will need a passport to board your flight. But do you need a passport before making flight reservations?
U.S. law requires all travelers, regardless of citizenship, age, or destination, to hold a secure document such as a passport to depart the United States by air.
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If you’re planning on traveling internationally and your passport is about to expire or has already expired, you may be wondering whether you should renew your passport or apply for a new one.
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Updated 05/12/2023
Do you need a passport for domestic flights? No, but you do need a valid ID and your driver’s license may no longer be acceptable. The Real ID Act is in full effect and most states now issue compliant IDs.
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Americans traveling to Canada, Mexico, or the Caribbean by land or sea need an ID that complies with the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative to return to the United States. While everyone traveling internationally by plane needs a US passport, land and sea travelers have more options.
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UPDATED September 28, 2023: The media shared that the ETIAS authorization program, as discussed by some European Union ministers, won’t be put into action until 2025.
Attention all travelers! Planning a trip to Europe in 2025?
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