Does passport track travel history?


Does passport track travel history? Passport records do not include evidence of travel such as entrance or exit stamps, visas, or residence permits.


Is passport information private?

Passport Services maintains U.S. passport records from March 1925 to the present. Records are protected by the Privacy Act of 1974.


What does your passport number reveal?

A passport number is a serial number specific to each passport. Commonly, this series of digits represents where the document was issued and the applicant. Your passport number is vital when applying for an electronic visa or a paper visa as it identifies you and your unique ID.


Why is my passport flagged?

Having a flagged passport typically refers to a situation where a person's passport is marked or identified by authorities for special attention or scrutiny. This could be due to a variety of reasons, including legal, security, or administrative concerns.


Can airlines see your travel history?

Yes, airlines have access to a passenger's future and previous travel history - but only as far as that airline is concerned.


Are all flight records public?

In accordance with the underlying statutory framework (49 USC Chapter 441) and as described in the applicable SORN, the information maintained in the aircraft record is available to the public upon request.


Do airlines share information with immigration?

U.S. law requires air carriers operating flights to, from, or through the United States to provide the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), with certain passenger reservation information, called Passenger Name Record (PNR) data.