A valid passport is a passport that isn't expired, right? While it is important that s passport hasn't expired, there are other reasons that the passport might not be valid for travel. Before heading out on your...
Read More »What Should Be Worn in a Passport Photo?
At G3, we've been expediting passports since 1994, and that means we've seen a LOT of passport photos. The clothes, accessories, and hairstyle in a passport photo can make the difference between a passport you love and...
Read More »STEP Up and Register With the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program
The US State Department has a special program to keep international travelers safe in case of emergency. Called STEP, the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program, every savvy traveler will take advantage of this program to...
Read More »Passport Acceptance Agent Fees to Rise by $10
Starting April 2, 2018, the Passport Acceptance Agent fee will rise from $25 to $35 at all Passport Acceptance Facilities across the United States. This government fee, also known as an "execution fee," applies to all...
Read More »Traveling for the Holidays? Time for a Passport Check!
Is "passport check" on your holiday travel to-do list? It should be! Whether you are jetting off to ski the Alps or Canadian Rockies, heading to the Caribbean for some sun, or visiting relatives overseas, you will need...
Read More »Enhanced Security Measures for US-Bound Flights
Beginning on October 28, 2017, all travelers flying to the US are subject to enhanced security measures. The new security procedures will apply to US citizens and non-US citizens alike. Make sure to allow yourself...
Read More »REAL ID: Identification Requirements Changing for Domestic Flights
You may have been hearing a lot about Real ID lately. It's true: the identification requirements to board domestic flights will be changing. The driver's license that's in your wallet now may or may not be acceptable ID...
Read More »Birth Certificates: Do You Have the Right Kind to Get a Passport?
Birth certificates can be the key to getting a US passport. The most important requirement to get a first time passport, a child's passport, or a replacement for a lost, damaged, or stolen passport is original proof of...
Read More »Dual Citizens: Your Passport Questions Answered
Dual citizens are people who hold the citizenship for two countries at once. If you have dual citizenship in the US and another country, that means you can hold two valid passports at once! Today, we'll explore the...
Read More »Will You Need a Travel Visa for Your Next Trip?
You've got your valid passport in your hand, and you've booked your flight to an exotic destination. The next step is to pack your bag, right? Not quite. You've got one more important task to do -- check and see if you...
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