UK Passport Fees Rise Again—Apply Before April 10

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UK passport fees are set to jump almost 7% starting April 10, 2025, with standard online adult applications rising from £88.50 to £94.50.

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The price hike needs Parliament approval and will impact all application types, including premium services that will cost £222 for adults.

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Overseas applicants face steeper costs, with standard paper applications increasing to £120.50 for adults and £82.50 for children.

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The Home Office claims the increases will help create a self-funding system rather than relying on general taxation.

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This marks the third consecutive price rise, following increases of 7% in 2024 and 9% in 2023-2024, totaling a 25% jump since 2023.

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Travelers have just three weeks to beat the price hike if they apply before the April deadline.

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Despite rising costs, 99.7% of standard UK applications were processed within three weeks in 2024, when no additional information was needed.

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Experts advise checking your passport's validity before booking travel, as many countries require six months validity beyond your travel dates.

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