UK Passport Fees Set to Rise from April 10

The United Kingdom will increase passport application fees starting April 10, 2025, subject to parliamentary approval. The UK Home Office says the changes are part of efforts to create a self-sustaining passport system, reducing reliance on general taxation.

Under the new structure, standard online applications made within the UK will increase from £88.50 to £94.50 for adults, and from £57.50 to £61.50 for children. Postal applications will rise to £107 for adults (up from £100) and £74 for children (up from £69).

Fees for premium one-day services will also go up. Adults will pay £222, compared to the current £207.50, while children’s applications will cost £189, up from £176.50.

Applicants outside the UK will see similar hikes. Online applications from overseas will increase to £108 for adults and £70 for children. Paper applications submitted from abroad will rise from £112.50 to £120.50 for adults, and from £77 to £82.50 for children.

The Home Office emphasised that the government does not profit from passport fees. Instead, the charges support application processing, consular services, and border security. Applicants are encouraged to apply early to avoid travel disruptions. According to the Home Office, 99.7% of standard applications submitted from within the UK in 2024 were processed within three weeks, provided no additional information was needed.