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Passport Photo & Document Guides

Get the photo and the paperwork right the first time — the two things that cause the most rejected applications.

Passport photo being taken against a plain white background
PassportOffices Editorial Team

U.S. Passport Photo Requirements: The Complete Checklist

Every U.S. passport photo rule in plain English — size, background, expression, glasses, head coverings, and baby photos — plus how to take a compliant photo at home for free.

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Identification documents including a U.S. passport and driver license
PassportOffices Editorial Team

REAL ID vs. Passport: Which Do You Need to Fly?

The difference between a REAL ID driver's license and a passport for domestic and international flights, what TSA accepts in 2026, and when you need both.

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