Passport Expiration Date vs. Travel Date: Why Six Months Can Matter
A passport can still be unexpired and yet not meet a destination’s entry rule. Check validity requirements before buying a nonrefundable ticket.
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Renewing a U.S. Passport Online? Check Eligibility and Avoid Unofficial Sites
Eligible U.S. citizens can renew passports online, but the State Department warns about unofficial renewal websites. Check these requirements before you submit.
Flight Cancelled or Significantly Changed? When a U.S. Airline Refund Should Be Automatic
When an airline cancels or significantly changes a flight and you do not accept the alternative, U.S. DOT rules may require an automatic refund to the original form of payment.
Flying Without a REAL ID in 2026? TSA ConfirmID Now Costs $45
Travelers without a REAL ID, passport, or another acceptable ID now have a paid TSA ConfirmID option. Here is how the $45 process works and what it does not guarantee.