Blog Entries on Important Documents

Scotland Wants William Wallace’s Passport Back

The government of Scotland is preparing to make a formal request to the British government: hand over William Wallace’s passport. William Wallace, the Scottish hero who inspired the movie Braveheart, may have had the passport with him when he was arrested by the English. The English never gave it back, instead storing it in their National Archives.

The Times Online quotes Scottish official Christine Grahame explaining why the passport should be returned:

“This is a very significant historical document related to [one of] Scotland’s most iconic and lasting national heroes.

New Passport Cards Confuse Travelers

In 2008, the US Department of State introduced a new passport option: the US passport card. The wallet-sized card was meant to make international travel to Mexico, Canada and the Caribbean more convenient and less expensive.

Lost Passport Keeps Lindsay Lohan From Appearing in Court

For most people, a lost passport is simply a major inconvenience. However, for Lindsay Lohan, it could mean 180 days in jail.

The young starlet was due back in court this morning to deal with issues related to her probation.

Enhanced Driver’s License or US Passport for Minnesota?

According to this article on NorthlandsNewsCenter.com, Minnesotans will soon be able to purchase an enhanced driver’s license, which can be used instead of a US passport to cross the border into Mexico or Canada.

Will You Need an Expedited Passport To Get a Travel Visa?

One of the perks of being an American citizen is that there are lots of countries that you don’t need a visa to visit, or that will let you get a visa at the airport when you arrive.

Indiana Man Waits 6 Months For Passport Services

Jimmy Woodson had no idea it could take so long to get passport services. According to the South Bend Tribune, the Niles, Indiana man applied for a new passport 6 months ago, at the same time as his wife and 11-year-old son.

Getting a Passport for Cheaper Dental Care

If you need a lot of dental work done, the costs can be prohibitive. For example, according to Wikipedia, the average cost for a root canal in the US ranges from $699 to $1300.