REAL ID is not required for international flights; U.S. passport still needed
From May 7, 2025, REAL ID or approved documents are required for U.S. domestic flights; international flights always…
Articles by & updated by Kenji Tanaka
Visa processing delays threaten US international tourism ahead of global events
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Immigration New Zealand urges Chinese tour groups to apply early for visas
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Japanese government warns against pleasure flights near Senkaku Islands
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Italy launches summer work visa for migrant workers in Sardinia
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Indian Travelers Face Ongoing Schengen Visa Hurdles Despite Cascade System
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Bulgaria nears joining US Visa Waiver Program after drop in refusal rate
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REAL ID now required for TSA-approved domestic flights in the US
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South Africa does not require yellow fever vaccination from US arrivals
Yellow fever vaccination and an International Certificate are essential only when arriving from risk countries. Routine and travel-specific…