US revokes passports of citizens owing over $2,500 in child support (opens original article in a new tab)

The US Department of State has announced that citizens with outstanding child support debts exceeding $2,500 will have their passports revoked or denied. Affected individuals must settle their debts to regain passport eligibility, with a 2-3 week processing time for restoration. Revoked passports cannot be used for travel even after debt repayment, and urgent travelers must contact state authorities and US embassies for limited-validity passports.

• US revokes passports of citizens owing over $2,500 in child support
• Passport holders must pay debts to regain eligibility
• Revoked passports cannot be used for travel even after debt repayment
• Urgent travelers face 2-3 week delay in passport restoration