State Department Issues Commemorative Passports for America’s 250th Anniversary
The U.S. State Department has begun issuing commemorative passports for America's 250th anniversary, featuring an image of President Trump. These passports are available only in person at the Washington Passport Agency with an appointment. While some individuals are seeking these…
Los Angeles, CA, July 9, 2026 — The U.S. State Department has commenced the issuance of commemorative passports in recognition of America’s 250th anniversary. These special edition passports feature an image of President Trump.
Availability of these commemorative passports is restricted to in-person applications at the Washington Passport Agency. Prospective applicants must secure an appointment to obtain one.
The introduction of these passports has elicited varied reactions. Some individuals view the passports as a collectible item, a memento for the significant national anniversary. Conversely, other recipients have voiced concerns and distress over the inclusion of the image on their official travel documents. These individuals have noted a lack of apparent choice in opting out of the commemorative design when applying in person in Washington.
For those seeking to avoid the commemorative version while applying in person at the Washington Passport Agency, a specific method has been identified. Applicants can opt for a passport booklet that includes extra pages. The commemorative edition is exclusively distributed as a standard 28-page passport, meaning the selection of a larger page count will result in a non-commemorative version.
Further details regarding the exact specifications of the commemorative design or the total number of such passports issued were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Michele Kelemen | NPR on laist.com, see more information here.
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