What to do if your passport is expired and you need to travel?


What to do if your passport is expired and you need to travel? As of July 1st 2022, in an update to policies implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. citizens will not be able to use an expired passport to the United States. The Department of State advises anyone traveling on an expired passport to contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate to apply for a U.S. passport.


What can I do with my expired passport UK?

What do I do with an expired passport? We recommend keeping your expired passports in a safe place. If you are absolutely certain that you will never be renewing your passport and would not like to keep it, you can send your expired passport to HM Passport Office to be safely disposed of.


Where can I travel to without a passport from the UK?

Where can I travel without a Passport (UK Residents)
  • Albania. Albania is one of the 183 countries you can visit without a passport. ...
  • Argentina. If you plan to visit South America, no country is better than Argentina. ...
  • Belgium. ...
  • Cayman Islands. ...
  • Costa Rica. ...
  • Hong Kong. ...
  • Malaysia. ...
  • Norway.


What if my passport expired and I have a trip?

Anyone traveling with an expired passport should contact the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate to apply for a new passport. If you're flying overseas, don't bother showing up at the airport without a legitimate passport. If you can't renew in time, rearrange your flight.


Can I travel without a passport?

Generally, it is necessary to have a valid passport if you want to travel abroad. Depending on the country and your citizenship, you may also need to show proof of a valid eVisa, online visa, or visa.


Can you get on a plane with an expired ID?

TSA will accept expired driver's licenses or state-issued ID a year after expiration. DHS has extended the REAL ID enforcement deadline to May 7, 2025. Learn more about REAL ID on TSA's REAL ID webpage.