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The US State Department wants to require parents to provide proof of their own status when applying for passports for their children.
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· September 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further information on this proposal can be found through ForumDaily, which reported on the US State Department's intention to introduce this new requirement. The US State Department has announced this plan, but details are limited.
The US State Department is considering a new requirement for parents applying for passports for their children. Parents would need to provide proof of their own status as part of the application process.
This proposed change is intended to be implemented for passport applications for children. The US State Department has announced this plan, but details are limited.
Further information on this proposal can be found through ForumDaily, which reported on the US State Department's intention to introduce this new requirement.
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Category: Local Published: September 2, 2026 Source: ForumDaily Reading time: 1 min
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