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UK Proposes Passport Fee Hike Ahead of April 8 Deadline

3/19/2026

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The UK government proposed raising online passport fees: adult online applications would rise from £94.50 to £102 and child online applications from £61.50 to £66.50.
The UK Home Office said the 8% increase will cover costs and reduce taxpayer reliance.
If Parliament approves, the fees would take effect on April 8.
Adult post applications would rise from £107 to £115.50.
One-day premium services would rise from £222 to £239.50.

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The UK government proposed raising online passport fees: adult online applications would rise from £94.50 to £102 and child online applications from £61.50 to £66.50.
The UK Home Office said the 8% increase will cover costs and reduce taxpayer reliance.
If Parliament approves, the fees would take effect on April 8.
Adult post applications would rise from £107 to £115.50.
One-day premium services would rise from £222 to £239.50.