Excellent article by @WSJ columnist @bzcohen about online passport renewals, though those of us who live overseas are not eligible to use this service. -RF. @StateDept @TravelGov.

How has living abroad changed you? @AARO offers you the opportunity to share experiences. For more information, please see our Stories from Abroad section:. Contact submissions@aaro.org if you would like to share your story!.

The Taxpayer Advocacy Panel’s Taxpayer Assistance Center Improvements Committee will hold a virtual public meeting on July 9 at 1300 ET via Microsoft Teams. They are inviting public comments on ways to improve #IRS customer service. Details:.

Journalist David Tobenkin is writing a story for @narfehq Magazine for which he would like to interview @AARO members to discuss the challenges of gaining residency and citizenship in a country outside of the US. To express your interest send an email to:.contact@aaro.org.

"Here’s Why You Should Never Put Your Passport in Your Carry-on". (Useful travel tip. -RF).

"Why are Dutch kids the world’s happiest? A teenager weighs in". (Interesting article compares how American children are raised vs. how children are raised in #Holland).

For Americans in Paris, join AARO at a lunchtime MeetUp on Monday, 7-July @ 1230hrs. More details and to sign up:.

In @AARO's "Stories from Abroad": Our Daughter was “Born in the Wrong Place”.

The Taxpayer Advocacy Panel’s Taxpayer Assistance Center Improvements Cmttee will hold an open public meeting on July 9 @ 1300 ET via Microsoft Teams. They are inviting public suggestions on ways to improve IRS customer service. Details:.

"Second judge blocks portions of Trump's executive order seeking to overhaul U.S. elections". (Of interest to absentee voters. -RF). Court order👇. Media👇.

Reminder about event tomorrow with @RepLaHood organized by @TaxFairUSAbroad.

"Republicans on the Senate Finance Committee released their portion of the massive bill for President Donald Trump’s domestic agenda. with some significant changes compared with the House-passed package". Text👇. Media coverage👇.

“The Future of Taxation for Americans Abroad: A Conversation with @RepLaHood” webinar organized by @TaxFairUSAbroad. Rep. LaHood sponsored a bill to establish residence-based taxation for expats. Monday, 23 June 23.7:00 PM CET / 1:00 PM ET.Register:

Send your application to: castingteam2025@gmail.com. Please include in subject line: “Casting Series U.S.”. 3/3.

Application requirements:. Full Name.Recent head-to-toe photo.Email and phone number.Age.Weight and height.Clothing size.Do you have tattoos? If yes, where?.Place of birth. 2/n.

American TV series filming in Paris seeks American men and women, aged 18 to 75. Filming will take place in Paris on July 4th or 7th, 2025. The rate is €98/day (for 8 hours of work) + potential overtime. 1/n.

We are looking for new voices for our Stories from Abroad series. These are true tales, reflections, or snapshots of life as an American living internationally. Whether it is funny or eye-opening, we want to hear from you! To contribute, contact: submissions@aaro.org.

"Trump administration ending @TSA's Quiet Skies traveler surveillance program". (Of interest to anyone whose name might be on the Quiet Skies list. -RF).

"#Thailand drops royal insult case against American academic". (Lese-majeste charge against American resident in Thailand dropped. -RF).

"If you're a frequent international traveler, you may want to consider #GlobalEntry. if approved, you'll receive both Global Entry and @TSA #PreCheck. Global Entry provides expedited screening at the borders". (Useful info for entering the US. -RF).