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In a significant move, the German legislator decided to stop issuing new children's passports from January 1, 2024. This change was part of a legal reform that abolished the children's passport, effective from that date. From now on, only identity cards or regular passports can be issued to children.
This decision aims to avoid the significant effort of annual reapplication or extension of children's travel passports in the future. Existing children's travel documents that are valid until the end of 2024 can be used until their expiration and will then lapse. Since the beginning of 2024, no new children's travel documents are issued, extended, or updated.
For those seeking travel passports, the city office of Gießen provides comprehensive information on their website. This includes details about the types of passports available, the required documents, and the process for booking an appointment. The city office also offers an express order option for travel passports, which incurs an additional fee of 32.00 € and usually takes three days for collection.
It's important to note that the express order option does not affect the delivery time for children's travel documents. The production and delivery of children's travel documents can take a few weeks, given the current circumstances. On the other hand, the usual delivery time for a travel passport is not specified in this context.
The city office's website is also the source for more information about the passports that can be collected. However, it's worth mentioning that some countries have the rule that the passport document must have a certain remaining validity, usually three to six months, which often led to problems when using a children's travel passport.
As the travel season approaches, the city office advises all parents and guardians to check whether valid passports and IDs are available for all family members. For travel outside the EU, a passport is required, while Personal IDs are now required for travel within the European Union for each family member.
For detailed entry requirements for your destination country, you can refer to the website of the Federal Foreign Office. It's also crucial to keep in mind that the production time for travel passports at the Federal Printing Office GmbH is currently taking longer than usual, with delivery times of around eight weeks or more.
In conclusion, the changes in children's travel documents are aimed at streamlining the process and ensuring compliance with international travel regulations. It's essential for parents and guardians to stay informed and plan accordingly to ensure a smooth travel experience.
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