Passports are valid for 10 years, so it's easy to forget to renew.
If you are planning international travel soon, check your passport now.
You'll want your passport valid for some time after your trip. When traveling to New Zealand, for example, your passport has to be valid for at least three months past your trip. Some countries require blank passport pages — two of the 17 visa pages are usually acceptable. Be sure the name on your ID matches the name on your passport.
Allow 15 weeks to apply for and receive your new passport. That accounts for roughly 10 weeks of processing time, plus shipping. You're likely to receive your passport sooner, but it's best to leave ample time.
