Getting a passport for a minor can be a bit of an ordeal. Once you finally have your child’s passport in hand, another question arises: Who signs it? Do you, or does the child? What if your child is too young to write?
You’re not alone in wondering – this is a common question for parents to ask. The answer depends on the age and writing ability of your child.
Read ArticleIf you’ve found yourself staring at the expiration date on your passport in shock, wondering how a decade could pass in a blink of an eye, you should know that you’re not alone.
Read ArticlePassport applications forms are getting a makeover in March. What’s changing? So far, the major change that’s been announced is changing the “mother” and “father” fields to ensure that same-sex couples and people in other non-traditional family structures can more easily apply for a child passport for their children.
Read Article*The passport fees have recently changed. As of April 2nd, 2018, the passport acceptance fee has gone up from $25 to $35.
Getting a child passport is a bit more complicated of a process than getting a passport for an adult.
Read ArticleAdopting a child is a beautiful thing. Unfortunately, it can be a rather bureaucratic process even under the best of circumstances. Compared to biological parents, adoptive parents often have to deal with an extra layer of red tape, especially if they adopted their child from overseas.
Read ArticleAre you trying to decide what to do when the kids get out of school for summer vacation? Here’s a surprisingly cheap idea: take the family on a cruise! CBS News has a post up that describes the deep discounts the cruise industry is offering to keep itself afloat.
Read ArticleThe holidays are here and you can often find last-minute travel deals that make traveling more affordable. If you have kids, don’t miss out. Get them a child passport to take advantage of the daily specials.
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