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Stop Waiting Weeks--Renew Your Passport Online in Record Time
Stop Waiting Weeks--Renew Your Passport Online in Record Time

CNET

time2 days ago

  • CNET

Stop Waiting Weeks--Renew Your Passport Online in Record Time

If you're heading out of the country anytime soon, make sure your passport's up to date. While Real ID works for domestic travel, you'll still need a valid passport to go abroad—and now there's a much easier way to renew it. As of September 2024, eligible US travelers can skip the paperwork and renew online instead. The new system cuts routine processing time to just four to six weeks, making it faster and more convenient than ever. Anyone who has an expired US passport that was issued in the last 15 years can now renew it online. The State Department estimates that the online application will take about 40 minutes, but if you have all your documents and payment information together, you can probably complete it in half that time. The big catch is that you'll need a MyTravelGov account to apply online -- we'll explain more below. Learn everything you need to know about the new online US passport renewals system, including who is eligible and how you can apply. How can I renew my US passport online? Most US citizens currently renew their passports by printing and filling out form DS-82, then mailing that form with a new passport photo and a renewal fee in the form of a check or money order. The online passport renewal system instead uses a website form and a payment system that allows credit cards, debit cards or online ACH transfers. Renewing your passport online doesn't mean that you'll receive it any sooner than usual, though. The State Department is sticking to its "routine service" for passport renewals, whether they're online or by mail. That means you'll receive your new passport in four to six weeks, no matter how you apply. If you need your passport sooner than that, you'll need to apply by mail and pay $60 more for expedited service. Who is eligible to review a US passport online? The most important qualifying factors for renewing your passport online are: You are at least 25 years old. You live in the US (state or territory). Your current passport is or was valid for 10 years. Your current passport must be at least 9 years old and have been issued within the last 15 years (2009-2015). You still have your existing passport and it's not mutilated or damaged. Along with the main eligibility requirements, the State Department provides a list of further restrictions for online renewal: You can only renew regular passports online, not "special issuance" passports (like diplomatic, official or service passports). You cannot change your name, gender, place of birth or date of birth from your previous passport. You must be able to pay for online renewal using a credit card, a debit card or ACH transfer. You must be able to upload a new passport photo. You cannot travel internationally for eight weeks after submitting your online renewal application. That last restriction is important because your existing passport, if still valid, will be immediately canceled as soon as your online renewal application is accepted. If you don't meet the eligibility requirements for renewing your passport online, you'll need to renew by mail or in person at a passport agency. Here are the steps for renewing your US passport online Before you can apply for an online passport renewal, you'll need to create a MyTravelGov account, which uses the government's system. If you don't already have a account, you can visit the MyTravelGov website, click on the blue Sign In button in the top-right corner, then click Create an account. You'll then need to enter an email address and your choice of language: is available in English, Spanish and French. After submitting your email address, you'll need to verify it by clicking on a link in an email message from after which you'll choose a password and preferred form of multifactor authentication. You'll then need to provide personal information for the account, at minimum your first and last name. Once you're finished, you should be able to access the online passport renewal page. Hit the blue Start button at the bottom of the page to begin the application. The State Department estimates that the online application process will take about 40 minutes. To begin the application for online passport renewal, you'll need the following items: Your existing US passport. A digital passport photo. Payment -- credit card, debit card or your bank's routing and account numbers for ACH transfer. In the first part of the application, you'll enter information about your current passport, your legal name and whether you want a passport book, passport card or both. Next you'll upload your digital passport photo, and then finally your payment information. MyTravelGov will send you two email verifications after you submit your renewal application: The first will confirm your pending payment, and the second will confirm that the payment has been received. One week after you apply, you can sign up for email updates about your passport using the State Department's online passport status system. You should expect to receive your new passport in the mail within six to eight weeks. The type of passport -- book or card -- that you renew depends on what you currently hold. MyTravelGov/CNET Can I also renew my US passport card online? Passport cards are objects that look much like US driver's licenses and can be kept in your wallet. They allow for travel from the US by land or sea to Canada, Mexico or Caribbean countries. They are not valid for any international air travel. You can renew both passport books and cards online. Basically, you can renew whichever US passport document that you currently hold. If you have an old passport book and passport card, you can renew both at the same time. If you have one or the other, you can only renew that specific document.

Peyton Meyer Exits Days of Our Lives: Did Doug Williams Redeem Himself Before Leaving Salem?
Peyton Meyer Exits Days of Our Lives: Did Doug Williams Redeem Himself Before Leaving Salem?

Yahoo

time5 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • Yahoo

Peyton Meyer Exits Days of Our Lives: Did Doug Williams Redeem Himself Before Leaving Salem?

Days of Our Lives may have been renewed for two more seasons, but we know one handsome troublemaker who won't be around to see them. The Peacock soap's Friday, July 25 episode marked Peyton Meyer's departure as necklace thief-slash-heartbreaker Doug Williams III. Doug's final episode began with a well-deserved tongue-lashing from Gabi, who criticized his parade of stupid decisions that ultimately led to her daughter's kidnapping. 'Ari's great-grandfather took you in, gave you a job, and this is how you repay him?' she asked. Visibly riddled with guilt, Doug took full responsibility for his missteps and handed Gabi an apology letter he wrote for Roman. More from TVLine Days of Our Lives Snags Two-Season Renewal at Peacock, Keeping It Streaming Through 2028 White House Targets The View's Joy Behar, Warns Daytime Talker Could Be 'Next to Get Pulled Off the Air' Eileen Fulton, Who Played As the World Turns' Villainous Lisa Miller, Dead at 91 During a walk through Horton Square, Doug bumped into a panicked Gwen, who quickly deduced that he must be the one who stole Julie's necklace — though her pursuit was interrupted by an unfortunate run-in with Gabi. (Then again, has anyone had a fortunate run-in with Gabi lately?) Doug's next stop was to Julie's, where he finally made good on his promise to return her priceless (and pricey!) family heirloom. 'I know I've said this before, but I'm really sorry, Julie, about everything,' he told her. 'You took me in and made me feel so welcome. You showed me so much kindness, so much love. I hadn't felt that in a long time, and I know that I blew it big-time, and I broke your heart and your trust, and I'll always regret that. Now, I ought to get going.' But Julie wouldn't let Doug go without giving the audience all of the emotional closure we've been craving. After helping Julie put the necklace on, the two shared a beautiful moment in which they connected over family, with Doug telling her about his own personal favorite heirloom — a pair of cufflinks that were once owned by his grandfather Robert. That gave Julie an idea, and she rushed over to the living room to retrieve a pocket watch that Doug carried during his days as a fighter pilot in World War II. 'He always said it brought him luck, so perhaps it'll do the same for you,' Julie told Doug, even promising to wire him the money he needs to pay off his loan shark. 'Until you pay off the debt, you're in danger,' she said. 'I wouldn't want to see you hurt. … It's what my husband would have wanted. You're his grandson, and you're my family.' (Seriously, how did Susan Seaforth Hayes not get a Daytime Emmy nomination?!) 'Would you do me a favor?' Julie asked on Doug's way out the door. 'You have a great deal of potential. You're loaded with wonderful DNA. You've just got to get your life together. And when you do, come back to Salem and show me how well you're doing.' He promised that he would, then walked out of Julie's life as quickly as he entered it. Meyer, whose previous credits include roles on ABC's American Housewife and Disney Channel's Girl Meets World, joined Days of Our Lives in December 2024, playing a mysterious young man who shocked Julie by revealing himself to be her late husband's estranged grandson. Unfortunately, he shocked her again when he stole her precious necklace. In addition to his thievery, Doug also made money working as a busboy at the Brady Pub; his brief love interests in Salem included Holly and Ari. Will you miss seeing Doug on Days, or is he better off leaving Salem in his rearview mirror? And are you hoping to see him make good on that promise to Julie someday? Drop a comment with your thoughts on Meyer's exit below. Best of TVLine Mrs. Maisel Flash-Forward List: All of Season 5's Futuristic Easter Eggs Yellowjackets Recap: The Morning After Yellowjackets Recap: The First Supper

DVLA issues fresh warning to all drivers over 70 who risk £1,000 fines
DVLA issues fresh warning to all drivers over 70 who risk £1,000 fines

Yahoo

time5 days ago

  • Automotive
  • Yahoo

DVLA issues fresh warning to all drivers over 70 who risk £1,000 fines

Drivers aged 70 or over have been warned that they could face fines of £1,000 or see their driving licence lapse altogether if they do not take action soon. The Driving and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has advised older drivers of the different renewal rules they face once they hit 70. Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, earlier this year the DVLA issued an important reminder to over 70s about renewing their licence. They said: "Are you 70 or over and due to renew your driving licence? Do it for free! Grab a cuppa and renew today at "It's easy, quick and secure on Previously, they had warned older drivers: 'You need to renew your licence every 3 years after you turn 70. Do it online now it's easy, quick and secure." The photocard displays a photograph of the driver, as well as personal information such as their name, address and date of birth. It is valid for ten years and must be renewed with an updated photograph to ensure it remains a realistic likeness. However, once you hit 70 it is mandatory to renew your licence every three years. You will be allowed to continue driving while your licence is being renewed under certain conditions. You must meet the medical standards of fitness to drive, your application must be less than a year old, your previous licence must have been valid, and you must adhere to the conditions of your old licence. Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a fine of up to £1,000. How to renew your driving licence The DVLA advises people to renew on its official website as it is the quickest and cheapest method. Applications cost £14 and are usually processed within five days. Third party websites charge additional fees. Postal renewals cost £17, while doing it at a Post Office has a £21.50 fee. A DVLA spokeswoman said: 'We encourage customers to use as applying online is the quickest and cheapest way to renew their photocard driving licence. 'If you stop driving altogether, you should inform DVLA and return your licence rather keeping it as a form of out-of-date photo ID.'

Tory reshuffle: James Cleverly to face off against Angela Rayner in dramatic comeback as Kemi Badenoch overhauls her top team
Tory reshuffle: James Cleverly to face off against Angela Rayner in dramatic comeback as Kemi Badenoch overhauls her top team

Daily Mail​

time6 days ago

  • Politics
  • Daily Mail​

Tory reshuffle: James Cleverly to face off against Angela Rayner in dramatic comeback as Kemi Badenoch overhauls her top team

Kemi Badenoch moved to overhaul her top team today with Sir James Cleverly making a dramatic comeback. The Tory leader launched a reshuffle of the Conservative shadow cabinet saying it will kick-start the 'next stage' of 'renewal' after the party's disastrous election defeat. Her former leadership rival Sir James is understood to be taking on the housing brief, meaning he will face off against Deputy PM Angela Rayner. Sir Mel Stride is expected to stay as shadow Chancellor, while shadow home secretary Chris Philp and shadow foreign secretary Priti Patel are currently in the other key portfolios. Robert Jenrick is in the justice brief, but has ruffled some feathers by roaming widely across topics. Kevin Hollinrake has been moved from the housing role to become Tory chairman, while Nigel Huddleston switches from that job to cover culture. Shadow health secretary Ed Argar has revealed he is standing down after suffering a health scare, with Mrs Badenoch praising his contribution. He is being replaced by Stuart Andrew. Former minister John Glen is being made PPS to the party leader. Alan Mak leaves his role as shadow science and technology secretary and returns to the Tory back benches after rejecting the offer of an alternative job. He is being replaced by Julia Lopez. Gareth Bacon is no longer shadow transport secretary after that role was handed to Richard Holden. But current frontbenchers will be waiting nervously with Mrs Badenoch's former leadership rival James Cleverly expected to take one of the biggest jobs Shadow health secretary Ed Argar has revealed he is standing down after suffering a health scare, with Mrs Badenoch praising his contribution There is speculation that ex-Cabinet minister Lord Maude could also return to the front line. A Conservative source said: 'The Leader of the Opposition will be making some changes to her frontbench team today. 'The changes reflect the next stage of the party's policy renewal programme and underline the unity of the party under new leadership. 'Sir James Cleverly is expected to return in a prominent frontbench role to take the fight to this dreadful Labour Government.' Sir James served as both foreign secretary and home secretary when the Conservatives were in power. He stood as a candidate in last year's Conservative leadership election, but lost out on the Tory top job ahead of the final heat between Mrs Badenoch and her now-shadow justice secretary Robert Jenrick. Since the leadership contest, Sir James has returned to the Tory back benches as the MP for Braintree. He has been warning against pursuing populist agenda akin to Nigel Farage's Reform UK. Appearing at the Institute For Public Policy Research (IPPR) think tank last week, the senior Tory hit out at calls to 'smash the system' and 'start again from scratch', branding them 'complete nonsense'. He has also appeared to strike a different tone on Net Zero from Mrs Badenoch, urging the Conservatives to reject climate change 'luddites' on the right who believe 'the way things are now is just fine'. In a letter to the party leader dated July 9 and shared by Mrs Badenoch on X today, Mr Argar said: 'I had a health scare earlier this summer and remain grateful to the doctors and hospital staff who looked after me.' He added: 'I have been well looked after, but have also listened to what the doctors said to me, and have listened to my family, and have concluded that lightening my front-bench workload over the coming months, in order to complete my recovery and fully restore my health in that period is the sensible approach.' Mrs Badenoch said in her X post that Mr Argar is preparing 'for his last parliamentary oral questions from the front bench'. In her letter responding to him, the Tory leader said she was 'very sorry' he was leaving the shadow cabinet. 'Though I am saddened that you feel unable to continue in the shadow cabinet, I strongly agree that you must put your health first,' she said in her letter. In January, after No10 said Rachel Reeves would remain Chancellor for all of Labour's first term, Mrs Badenoch's spokesman was asked if he could 'guarantee Mel Stride will remain in the same job for the next four years'. He replied 'yes' and repeated the confirmation when asked about the rest of the shadow cabinet. 'We are very happy with our shadow cabinet as it is, thank you,' he added. Labour said Mrs Badenoch still has the 'architects of 14 years of Tory failure' in her shadow cabinet after the Tory leader announced a reshuffle. Labour chairwoman Ellie Reeves said: 'No amount of deckchair shuffling can hide that the architects of 14 years of Tory failure still sit around Kemi Badenoch's top table. 'The Conservatives haven't changed and they haven't once apologised for the mess they left behind. 'Only Labour is focused on delivering a fairer Britain.

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