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European Passport Processing Times: Country Comparisons

Passport processing times in Europe vary considerably. Germany takes 6-8 weeks, Belgium 5 days, and France up to 8 weeks.…

New ICAO Biometric Passport Standard 2025 Updates

The new ICAO biometric passport standards will be implemented by 2025, enhancing the encoding of face and fingerprint data. Passport…

Google Wallet Adds Digital Passport Feature That You Cannot Use Yet!

Google Wallet is introducing digital passport storage for U.S. Android users, allowing e-passports to be stored on phones. While convenient…

Beware of Passport Scams When Applying or Renewing

When applying for or renewing a U.S. passport, be cautious of scam websites that mimic official ones. Always use the…

Spain Introduces “Porn Passport” to Regulate Access

Spain's 'porn passport' initiative enhances online age verification to protect minors. It uses a digital ID to access adult content,…

Detroit Metro Airport Introduces Mobile Passport Control for International Travelers

Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) is implementing Mobile Passport Control (MPC) to speed up customs checks for international travelers. The MPC…

Save Time at Customs with Mobile Passport

Mobile Passport Control is a free app that speeds up U.S. customs by allowing travelers to submit CBP forms electronically.…

Visa-Free Countries for Cypriot Passport Holders 2024

Cypriot passport holders can travel visa-free to 148 countries as of June 2024. They can use their ID cards for…