US May Require Parental Status Proof For Child Passports
· World · Reuters, Khaleej Times
The US government is considering a new requirement for parents to provide proof of their citizenship or immigration status when applying for passports for their children. This potential policy change would introduce additional documentation steps for families during the passport application process. The report does not specify when such a requirement might be implemented or which specific agencies are leading the proposal. Further details regarding the scope and enforcement of this policy remain unconfirmed.
Why it matters
This change could create significant administrative hurdles for the Indian diaspora and other immigrant communities in the US seeking travel documentation for their children.
Read the original report — Reuters
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