The federal government shutdown reached day six on Monday, leaving travelers with upcoming trips abroad concerned over possible impacts on everything from passport processing to airport timing.

With Congress still at an impasse and failing to approve any congressional spending bills, the shutdown extended through the weekend.

Below, read what you should know about how the shutdown may or may not impact international travel, passport processing and more.

Does the government shutdown impact passports?

Those concerned about getting a new passport issued or an existing one renewed should know that passports and visas should not be directly impacted by the shutdown.

The Bureau of Consular Affairs, an agency within the State Department, which is responsible for issuing passports, is consi

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