**Editor’s Note (Updated July 2025):** Passport gender marker policies have changed since this blog was first published. As of January 20, 2025, the U.S. no longer issues passports with the “X” marker. All new passports must reflect the applicant’s sex assigned at birth (M or F).
Existing “X” marker passports remain valid until they expire. For the most current info on what this means for you, read our latest update: 👉 [U.S.
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