The State Department has announced plans to release a limited-edition U.S. passport featuring a portrait of President Trump. The move is intended to commemorate the country’s 250th anniversary in July.
The department described the documents as “a limited number of specially designed” passports. These will include a picture of the president, marking a departure from standard passport design.
Only a small batch of these passports will be printed. Officials have not yet specified how many will be available or how they will be distributed.
The announcement comes as part of broader preparations for the nation’s semiquincentennial celebration. The anniversary marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Critics have raised concerns over politicizing official government documents. Supporters view the design as a tribute to the president’s role in shaping national identity.
The passports will retain all standard security features. Only the cover and internal pages will reflect the special commemorative design.
Travelers interested in obtaining the passport will need to apply through regular channels. It remains unclear if fees will differ from standard passport costs.
The State Department has not confirmed a specific release date. Officials say more details will be shared closer to the July anniversary.
The limited-edition passport is expected to become a collector’s item. It joins other commemorative items planned for the 250th anniversary.
