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TravelGov
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@TravelGov
U.S. Dept. of State Consular Affairs. The official source for information on U.S. passports, safe & secure international travel, and U.S. visas. state.gov/tou
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    TravelGov
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    Once you receive your U.S. passport, don’t forget to sign it! Adult passports (age 16 and up): You must sign your full name in blue or black ink inside your passport. Child passports (under age 16): A parent should print the child's full name on the signature line. The parent
    Infographic with the image of the passport signature page with the signature line circled and the text: After you receive your U.S. Passport, don’t forget to Sign it! Adult Passports (Age 16+): You must sign your full name in blue or black ink inside your passport. Child Passports : A parent should print the child's full name on the signature line. The parent should also sign their name next to the printed name of their child and note their relationship to the child.
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    TravelGov
    Department of State
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    Japan: On July 28, 2026, a magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kyushu, with the epicenter located in Kumamoto Prefecture. Continuous tremors and aftershocks are ongoing in Kumamoto, and experts caution that further strong quakes could follow. Due to the earthquake, infrastructure in
    Update for U.S. Citizens Abroad. Natural Disaster Alert: Japan
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    TravelGov
    Department of State
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    Jul 28
    For some added peace of mind while traveling abroad, sign up for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to let the U.S. Embassy know you’re in country and to receive any safety and security alerts that they send out to U.S. citizens during your trip. You choose the dates
    Beach scene with two beach chairs and an umbrella with the text, “Safe travels abroad! Literally. Sign up for alerts: step.state.gov”
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    TravelGov
    Department of State
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    Jul 27
    Have you heard? There will be 9️⃣ international NFL games this upcoming season, the biggest international line-up ever! If you plan to travel abroad for a game, now is a great time to make sure your passport is ready to go (some countries require your passport to have at least six
    Infographic with a U.S. passport on a football field with the text 2026 International NFL Games. Is your passport ready to go. travel.state.gov/passport" along with the schedule of international games
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    TravelGov
    Department of State
    @TravelGov
    Jul 24
    Middle East: Americans currently in the Middle East should exercise caution and heightened vigilance and should be prepared for flight cancellations, periodic airspace closures, and potential travel disruptions. Some airlines in the region have postponed resumption of earlier
    Update for U.S. Citizens. Security Alert - Middle East
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