Upcoming Increase in UK Passport Costs

The UK government has confirmed that as of April 10, the fees for passport applications will see a significant rise. The new fees will be as follows:

• Adults: Online application will increase from £88.50 to £94.50. Postal applications will rise from £100 to £107.
• Children: Online applications will increase from £57.50 to £61.50; postal applications will now cost £74 rather than £69.

Additional Costs

The cost for the Premium Service option for same-day applications will also increase:

• Adults: from £207.50 to £222
• Children: from £176.50 to £189

In recent years, the UK government has implemented a series of price hikes impacting travellers, including an increase in Air Passenger Duty (APD) tax and the introduction of a European tourist visa (ETA) in April 2025, necessitating a fee before entry for non-EU visitors.

Furthermore, passport fees have already risen by 9% in February 2023 and by an additional 7% in April 2024, marking a challenging time for consumers seeking to obtain or renew their travel documents.

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