From image size to pose and backdrop, U.S. passport photos need to meet very specific requirements to be accepted. Incorrectly formatted photos can result in processing delays, which can be a hassle ...

In this Travel Report, Valarie D'Elia tells you how to make sure your passport photo meets U.S. regulations so you don't have any trouble at border crossings. At least every 10 years, frequent fliers ...

A backlog of passport applications has slowed down processing and wait times are longer than ever. However, there are still ways to speed up the process and ALG Vacations has asked a pro how to get a ...

NEW YORK — The U.S. State Department expects 20.5 million applications for new and renewed passports this year, and that will be a record number. The busy year is no surprise. Adult U.S. passports ...

The U.S. State Department recently announced an increase in passport processing times amid surging demand for international travel. As of March 24, it's taking anywhere from 10 to 13 weeks for routine ...

Passport-sized pictures are usually scary and ugly. I am not sure about everyone, but I look very bad, rather awful, in my passport-sized photos. Thankfully there is a way out to combat the ugly ...

Part of the charm of a baby is their ever-changing expressions, poses, and gestures. Just scroll through a new parent’s photo roll on their cell phone to get an idea of the very many adorable moments ...

Travelers rejoice: The State Department has announced that online passport renewal is now available to all. I renewed my passport on the first day the system was open to the general public, and the ...