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Francis Tuffy

25 March 2026

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New Document Issue – Colombia Passport

Colombia is scheduled to introduce a redesigned passport on 1 April 2026, as part of a broader national-security and ‘technological sovereignty’ initiative.

New Document Issues

Francis Tuffy

2 March 2026

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New Document Issue – Argentina

On 30 January, Argentina announced the issuance of a new passport and identity card, introducing updated security architecture and materials.

New Document Issues

Francis Tuffy

23 Dec. 2025

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New Document Issues

From December 2025, His Majesty’s Passport Office (HMPO) will begin issuing a fully redesigned British passport in which the most visible change is the replacement of Queen Elizabeth II’s Royal Arms with the coat of arms of King Charles III on the cover and title page.

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Francis Tuffy

1 Dec. 2025

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New Document Issue – Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan has begun issuing a redesigned 2025-series biometric passport and matching national ID card, introduced on 3 November. The new travel document aligns with ICAO specifications and is being produced domestically following a government modernisation drive at state printer Uchkun OJSC.

New Document Issues

Francis Tuffy

3 Sept. 2025

1 min read

New Document Issue

On 18 August 2025, the Texas Department of Public Safety initiated issuance of redesigned driving licences and ID cards, incorporating several high security features aimed at enhancing counterfeit resistance and reinforcing public safety.

New Document Issues

Francis Tuffy

21 July 2025

2 min read

New Document Issue – Kenya ePassport

Kenya has launched its next-generation electronic passport, developed in partnership with Veridos, featuring enhanced security architecture and a design framework aligned with national representation.

New Document Issues

Francis Tuffy

27 May 2025

2 min read

New Document Issue – Suriname

In April 2025, the Republic of Suriname officially introduced its new ePassport, designed to meet international security and durability standards for travel documents. The project was delivered in partnership with OSD International, a global provider of secure identity solutions.

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