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. It’s an important decision that can impact your travel plans and budget.
In this blog post, we’ll explore whether to renew your passport or submit a new passport application.
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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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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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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.
Attention all travelers!
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You may be wondering, “Do you need a passport to board an international flight?” The answer is yes. If you are a United States citizen, and you are planning international travel, you must have a valid passport to be able to board.
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Do you need a passport for a Disney cruise? Anytime you leave the US, you should carry a valid passport- including on all cruises in international waters. While some cruises may not require a passport (if your Disney cruise starts and ends at the same US port), the US Department of State recommends always traveling with a passport.
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If you’re applying for a passport, you should be aware that the Department of State revised its guidelines concerning which birth certificates it will accept as proof of citizenship.
As of April 1st, 2011, all birth certificates submitted with passport applications must include your parent or parents’ names.
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