Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 722 AI responses · See how Parse measures this
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The United States Department of State is AI's top authority on travel preparedness, consistently cited for safety advisories and official passport services. Meanwhile, for questions about visa requirements and passport power, AI has increasingly favored specialized indexes from brands like .
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A top-cited private service for expediting U.S. passports. | 35% | |
| 2 | The primary source for official travel advisories and passport information. | 29% | |
| 3 | Often mentioned for its passport expediting partnership with RushMyPassport. | 24% | |
| 4 | 12% | ||
| 5 | 12% | ||
| 6 | 9% | ||
| 7 | 8% | ||
| 8 | 8% | ||
| 9 | 8% | ||
| 10 | 7% | ||
| 11 | 7% | ||
| 12 | A consistently mentioned private visa and passport expediting company. | 6% | |
| 13 | 6% | ||
| 14 | 5% | ||
| 15 | 5% | ||
| 16 | 5% | ||
| 17 | 5% | ||
| 18 | 5% | ||
| 19 | 4% | ||
| 20 | 4% | ||
| 21 | 3% | ||
| 22 | A frequent recommendation for a top city to visit. | 3% | |
| 23 | 3% | ||
| 24 | 3% | ||
| 25 | 3% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
travel.state.gov is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 36% of analyzed answers.
Dropped from #1 to #4 overall between Oct 2025 and Mar 2026.
“Cautionary framing that questions the value of private services.” → “Presented as a standard, convenient third-party option alongside government services.”
Jumped from #15 to #2 between Oct 2025 and Mar 2026.
Became a top-three cited brand after entering in Nov 2025.
Fell from #3 to #7 in overall rankings since Oct 2025.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39% | 24% | ||
| 17% | 44% | ||
| 13% | 33% | ||
| 24% | 22% | ||
| 20% | 18% |
The two models disagree most about Barcelona (ChatGPT #5, Google #20) and NYC Tourism (ChatGPT #9, Google #24).
The United States Department of State is AI's top authority on travel preparedness, consistently cited for safety advisories and official passport services. Meanwhile, for questions about visa requirements and passport power, AI has increasingly favored specialized indexes from brands like Henley & Partners.
Across 722 AI responses, Rush My Passport is mentioned most, named in 35% of them, followed by United States Department of State (29%) and FedEx (24%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 722 AI responses to this market's buyer questions. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is published weekly.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
Rush My Passport has been the top-cited private service throughout the window, though it shares the spotlight with official U.S. Department of State expedited options. Google AI Overviews often lists RushMyPassport alongside partners like
FedEx, while ChatGPT models compare it with other private services like
ItsEasy.
How can I rush passport processing with a service?
Rush My Passport has been the top-cited private service throughout the window, though it shares the spotlight with official U.S. Department of State expedited options. Google AI Overviews often lists RushMyPassport alongside partners like
FedEx, while ChatGPT models compare it with other private services like
ItsEasy.
What are the most important things to do to stay safe when traveling abroad?
Responses consistently highlight official government resources, with the United States Department of State serving as the primary authority. Its Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) has gained significant prominence since November 2025 for emergency preparedness. Mentions of other sources like the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are common but secondary.