The U.S. Department of State has issued new guidance regarding U.S. passports with the “X” gender marker. Passports with this marker remain valid until their expiration date, but as of January 20th 2025, the Department of State will no longer issue new passports with the “X” gender marker. This update reflects a shift in policy, and in this post, we’ll explain what it means for current and future passport holders.
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Read ArticleNot Obtaining a Passport Causes Problems For Oklahoma Columnist
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Read ArticleObtaining a Passport: First Step to Visit Your Own Private Island
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Read ArticleObtaining a Passport: First Step To An Exciting Overseas Career
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Read ArticleObtaining a Passport For US Citizens Delivered By Midwives
According to the Associated Press, citizens who were denied a passport because they were delivered by midwives near the US border with Mexico may soon have an opportunity to reapply for free.
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