After over a decade of delays, the REAL ID deadline is finally imminent. Starting May 7, air travelers will need a REAL ID or another approved document, such as a passport, to get through TSA. U.S.

Maybe you want to spend some time abroad? A U.S. passport allows access to 186 destinations. And more U.S. residents are looking to get the documents, to the point where the U.S. Department of State ...

Check your passport expiration date. It may not be accepted if it's close to expiring. Here's how to renew your passport by mail or online. A U.S. passport counts as a Real ID, which takes effect May ...

If you need a new passport, it's the busiest time of year to be applying, but the good news is that processing times are normal. According to the State Department, it should take 4-6 weeks for ...

Losing your passport while traveling internationally can lead to significant complications and delays. Experts recommend keeping your passport secure in a money belt, hidden luggage pocket, or hotel ...

If you are planning a trip where you will be flying, one of the most important items you need is a United States passport. If you’ve applied for a passport or are planning to get one before your trip ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover travel with a focus on safety and sustainability. The best place to put your passport is definitely not the seatback ...

A growing number of Americans are seeking second passports, driven by concerns about political and social climates. There are various ways to obtain a second passport, including ancestry, investment, ...

Apple's new Digital ID stores your passport data on your iPhone. The ID is currently accepted at 250 TSA checkpoints in the US. You'll still need your physical passport for international travel. A ...