Traveling internationally requires proper documentation, notably a U.S. Passport Book for all forms of travel. While a Passport Card is limited to land crossings, securing a passport early enhances travel flexibility and purchasing opportunities. Always ensure consistency between your passport and travel documents, and keep copies for safety while abroad.

Customs Border Protection (CBP) has a free alternative to the paid Global Entry option. It’s called Mobile Passport Control App and you can read all about it in this article.

  Imagine this scene: you’re checking in for your domestic flight with your current driver’s license as your ID. But wait! They hand it back to you. “I’m sorry, your driver’s license is not REAL ID compliant. You’ll need to produce an acceptable alternative identification.” This could happen to you, but it doesn’t have to […]