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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