US Unveils New Look for Passports. Here's What Has Changed
The Trump administration has unveiled a redesigned U.S. passport and online passport application process.
The U.S. government has unveiled a new, redesigned passport with a focus on modernizing the application process. Secretary of State Marco Rubio demonstrated the new passport application process, which can be completed entirely from home, at a September 29 event. The changes are part of the AI-powered government services platform, America.gov, launched by the Trump administration.
The last major U.S. passport redesign was introduced in 2021, and this 2028 update represents another significant modernization. Key changes include the ability for first-time applicants to apply for their passport entirely online through America.gov, with no need to fill out forms, visit drugstores for photos, or attend in-person appointments.
The new passport design features a prominent American eagle and incorporates major moments in U.S. history on the passport pages.
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