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US mulls requiring parents to prove immigration status to obtain passports for children
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· September 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points This requirement involves proving the parents' immigration status. Further information on this development can be found through TheCable, which reported on the US considering this change to the passport application process for children.
A new requirement is being considered for parents to obtain passports for their children. This requirement involves proving the parents' immigration status.
The proposal is currently being mulled by the US. Details of the potential new rule are available from TheCable.
Further information on this development can be found through TheCable, which reported on the US considering this change to the passport application process for children.
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Category: Local Published: September 2, 2026 Source: TheCable Reading time: 1 min
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