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How to Get a Pet Passport To Travel With Your Pet
By Passport Editorial

Want to travel the world, but can't imagine leaving your best friend behind? You need a pet passport! Traveling with pets is possible, but it does require extra planning research to pull off an international trip with Fido or Fluffy in tow. Just like humans, pets need their own passports to become world travelers. They may need additional documents, too. Here's what you need to know to get your pet travel-ready. Why Does Your Pet Need a Passport? A "pet…

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Travel Insurance: Do You Need It in 2025?
By Passport Editorial

Travel insurance has become an essential consideration for travelers in 2025. With the average international trip cost rising significantly, protecting your travel investment is more important than ever. Understanding Travel Insurance Travel insurance policies vary, but they generally offer coverage in key areas: Trip Cancellation and Interruption: This coverage reimburses non-refundable expenses if you need to cancel or cut short your trip due to unforeseen events. Given the unpredictability of global events, this protection is invaluable. Baggage and Personal Belongings:…

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Do You Need a Passport to Go to Puerto Rico?
By Passport Editorial

Puerto Rico is one of the most popular travel destinations in the Caribbean, attracting millions of visitors each year. From its beautiful beaches to its vibrant culture and history, Puerto Rico offers something for everyone. But if you're planning a trip to Puerto Rico, you might be wondering: Do you need a passport to go to Puerto Rico? Good news: Since Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory, U.S. citizens do not need a passport to travel there. However, there are…

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Passport Validity Requirements

Passport Validity Requirements for Top Destinations
By Passport Editorial

If you're planning an international trip, there's an important passport validity requirement that you should know about: the six-month validity rule.  Many countries require that your passport be valid for at least six months before your planned departure date, and failure to comply with this requirement could result in being denied entry. To avoid complications, it's best to renew your passport if it is set to expire within six months of your departure. What is the Six-Month Validity Rule? The…

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EU Replaces Passport Stamps with Digital Entry System
By McKenzie Nicho

Editor’s note (October 2025): This article contains information from earlier EES announcements. For the latest launch timeline, who it affects, and how to prepare, visit our updated 2025 blog here. 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…

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The 411 On Child Passports
By Passport Editorial

What are the requirements for child passports? Traveling with children is hard enough. Add in the travel planning before you go and it can be overwhelming. But we make the child passport process easy to understand. Do you need a passport for your upcoming international trip? Do children and minors need a passport?  YES. Any United States citizen, no matter what age, traveling outside of the United States by air requires a passport. Confusion arises when a minor is traveling…

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How To Get A New Passport

How To Get A New Passport
By Passport Editorial

If you're considering traveling internationally in the near future, you will need a passport. Although the process of obtaining a passport can be daunting, this guide will help you understand where and how to get a new passport. In addition, you will learn about the required documents, fees, processing times, and how to get your passport fast if you need to travel soon. Step 1: Decide How Quickly You Need Your New Passport The first step towards applying for a…

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