Entry Requirements for Schengen Countries, Or How Not To Ruin a Trip To Europe
Planning a trip to Europe? Quick, check the expiration date on your passport to make sure it complies with entry requirements for Schengen countries!
New Passport Technology for 2016
This year, international travelers will see some new passport-related technology if they pass through certain airports. Here's the scoop on the new tech you might encounter, where you can expect to find it and what it means to you. Biometric Face Scanners Travelers returning through John F. Kennedy Airport in New York may have their faces scanned with a biometric face scanner as they go through Customs. The scanner matches your face with the passport photo that's stored on the…
New Passport Requirements for 2016: Know Before You Go
Did you know there are new passport requirements for 2016? The new year has arrived, and so have new travel requirements that could leave you stranded. Read on to learn more about these new passport rules and keep your travel plans on track: New Passport Requirements for 2016: No More Adding Pages Frequent travelers, take notice. Before 2016, it was a simple matter to add extra visa pages once you'd filled up your passport. Not any more. Effective January 1,…
How to Get a Passport in New Mexico in 2016
Trying to get a passport in New Mexico? You're not alone in your frustration. A flood of passport applications has overwhelmed post offices across the state. Here's how to cut through the red tape and get your passport fast! The Real ID Act: Do You Need a Passport for Domestic Flights? Why is it so hard to get a passport in New Mexico all of the sudden? On January 10th, the government was expected to begin fully enforcing the Real…
Flying in 2016? You Won’t Need a Passport For Domestic Flights
UPDATE: No passports needed for domestic flights...for now. The Department of Homeland Security has announced they will not start enforcing REAL ID at airports until January 2018. A passport for domestic flights? In 2016, your driver's license may not cut it at the airport. Read on to find out why and what you can do about it. In 2005, Congress passed the REAL ID Act. In response to the 9/11 attacks, the REAL ID Act laid out the security standards…
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Missed Your Local Passport Day? What To Do Next
It's passport season again! Across the country, post offices, libraries and passport agencies are holding special after-hours "Passport Day" events, making it easy and convenient to apply for a new passport. Is there one near you? Passport Days 2015: Upcoming Events Location: Richmond, VA Main Post Office, 1801 Brook Road Richmond, VA 23232 The main post office in Richmond is celebrating Halloween with a Passport Fair from 9 am to 3 pm on Saturday, October 31st. During this time, the…
Passport Requirements for Mexico Will Now Be Enforced
Attention, travelers: Mexico wants to see your passport! Passport requirements for Mexico are now being enforced at the new Puerta Este border crossing into Tijuana. You'll also need to fill out a form and get a $20 permit if you plan to stay more than a week. It's always been a good idea to carry a passport or a passport card when visiting Mexico. More than that, it's been a requirement to get back into the United States since 2009. For…
Last Minute Travel Equals Last Minute Passports
The era of long vacations planned months ahead of time is slowly drawing to a close. People are now more inclined to book short visits to exotic lands when they see their schedule can accommodate them. This means less time to plan, and last minute reservations are on the rise. This also means that people are scrambling to get or renew their passports. RushMyPassport.com specializes in expediting your passport so you can make your dream escape a reality. For most…
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Passport Applications Accepted in Evening Event in Somers, NY
Do you need to apply for a passport in Somers, New York? Wednesday, July 22 is your lucky day! The Westchester County Clerk's office will be accepting passport applications at Reis Park in Somers from 6 to 8:30 pm. The evening hours are especially helpful for people who have to work during the day, when most of the places that accept passport applications are open. Instead of trying to squeeze a trip to the post office or county clerk's office…