U.S. Passport Fees – Routine & Expedited Passport Fee [2022]
One of the most common questions we get is how much is a passport?
Here we will try to explain the cost of obtaining a U.S. passport.
Passport fees can sometimes be confusing with the different fee structures for various passport services, such a routine, and expedited passport services. There are many other factors that determine the cost of a U.S. passport (which you’ll learn in this guide).
The following provides a complete overview of U.S. passport application fees, passport renewal fees, and more.
U.S. Passport Fees
You can pay the government fees with credit cards, debit cards, check, or money orders.
Check, and money orders should be payable to the “Department of State” written in block letters in black ink. When submitting payment to the United States Department of State, verify the number of funds for your passport application.
Submitting incorrect passport fees could delay your passport application.
As of January 2016, the United States State Department is no longer adding additional visa pages removed from the list below. It is important to know that passport renewals and second passport applicants do not have any acceptance agent fee, which is shown blank in the following table.
U.S. Passport Fee Updates
- Effective April 2nd, 2018, execution fees for new passports are going from $25 to $35.00.
- On December 27th, 2021, the cost of a passport book increased by $20 for all customers.
What Passport Fees You’ll Pay
The following table details how much you’ll pay for a passport. This includes the base fee (for the passport type), its execution (aka. acceptance) fee, and the total fee.
| Passport Product | Passport Fee | Passport Execution (Acceptance) Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Passport Age 16 and Older | $130.00 | $35.00 | $165.00 |
| New Passport Age 15 and Younger | $80.00 | $35.00 | $135 |
| Lost or Stolen Passport | $100 (Child) $130 (Adult) | $35.00 | $135 (Child) $165 (Adult) |
| 1st Passport Card | $15 (Child) $30 (Adult) | $35.00 | $50 (Child) $65 (Adult) |
| Passport Renewal | $130.00 | – | $130.00 |
| Add Passport Pages [Service Discontinued] | – | – | – |
| Second Passport | $130.00 | $130.00 |
The Cost Breakdown of U.S. Passport Fees for 2022
New Adult Passport Book
The first-time adult passport book application fee is $130.00 plus the execution (acceptance) fee of $35.00. The total cost of a standard passport book is $165. If you need the passport to be expedited via the post offices, it’s another $60.00, with a total cost of a new passport being $205.00.
New Minor Passport Book
The first-time minor passport book application fee is $100.00, and the execution fee is $35.00; together, it will cost $135.00 for a minor passport. If expedited service is chosen, then the price is $60.00. The total cost when including the expedited fee is $175.00.
U.S. Passport Book Renewal
The passport book renewal fee is $130.00, and no execution fee. The expedited cost is $60. Together, the total current U.S. passport renewal fee as an adult passport is $170.00. A minor passport is not renewable. Learn how to renew a passport with detailed instructions here.
Replacing a Lost or Stolen Adult Passport Book
The price is the same as applying for a new adult passport. It is $145.00, then add $60.00 for expedited. So, the total cost, including expedited service, is $205.00.
Replacing a Lost or Stolen Minor Passport Book
The ‘lost passport fee’ is the same as applying for a new minor passport. It is $135.00. If needed in a hurry, then add $60.00 for expedited service. So, the total cost, including expedited service for the replacement of a lost or stolen passport, is $205.00.
Adult Passport Card
The application for passport card fee is $30.00, and the execution fee is $35.00. Together, an adult passport card is $65.00. Add $60.00 more if you choose expedited service.
Minor Passport Card
The application fee is $15.00, and the execution is $35.00. The passport cost of a minor passport card is $50.00. With the expedited service, the total cost is $110.00. The cost includes $60.00 for expedited service.
Passport Book & Card
You may also choose to apply for a passport book & card. In this case, you will pay a $160 application fee and a $35 acceptance fee. This totals to $195 for a first-time adult passport book and the passport card.
Passport Fees via Type of Passport Processing Times
Our passport fee table is broken down into different sections for routine and expedited services. The passport processing time for routine passport service is 4 – 6 weeks, and expedited passport services – 4 weeks from the post office.
Routine Service is for U.S. citizen who is looking to get a passport and does not have a specific time to get the passport back. When doing a routine passport service, it is recommended that you process your passport application with the United States Postal Services.
Processing Time: Usually, the passport processing time is between 4 – 6 Weeks and 3 -4 weeks for an expedited passport
Expedited Service is for U.S. citizen who is looking to get an emergency passport for travel within a specific period.
Processing Time: Usually 3 – 4 Weeks
How Much Does it Cost to Get a Passport Expedited?
When applying for an expedited passport, you will need to pay for expedited services, which are $60.00. Private expediting companies usually charge additional different companies to change differently; in reviews of our expedited passport directory to understand the pricing.
| Expedite Fee | This fee is paid per application; in addition to the required passport fee this fee provides faster processing time than the usual routine service | $60.00 |
| 1-2 Delivery | This 1 – 2 business days delivery processing time is for per application for 1 -2 day delivery of an issued passport from the Department of State to the customer. This service is not valid for U.S. Passport Cards. | $16.48 |
| File Search Fee | A file search is necessary when an applicant is unable to present evidence of U.S. citizenship or verification of a previously issued U.S. Passport or Consular Report of Birth Abroad. Applicant must submit Form DS-11 and a written request for a file search. |
$150.00 |
Acceptance Agent Fee
The United States passport fee for the acceptance agent is required for all passport applications expecting the passport renewal. This fee is for a federal agent to witness the signature of the passport application.
File Search Fee for U.S Passport
The file search fee is only used when you are looking to replace an adult passport where the passport holder cannot provide to the State Department proof of citizenship such as a: Old Passport or Birth Certificate. This fee is an additional $150.
The file search fee is used so the State Department can verify your proof of citizenship.
Expediting Fee with Private Passport Expediter
If you need a passport expedited within 14 days and want to hire a private expediting company, then you will need to pay a private expediting passport fee to have your passport expedited. This fee is paid directly to the private company and is separate from the expediting cost.
passport book $110 acceptance agent fee $25
post office only offers 2-4 week expedite fee is additonal $60 passport book $110 acceptance agent fee $25 expedite $60 $195
How much is a first passport 110 or 195
What is the actual cost for a 1st time passport and to expedite it within 3 weeks at a post office ty
Hello, in order to renew a passport you must compile a DS 82 app, current passport, passport photos and passport fees ($110 passport book). You will mail everything directly to the US Department of State address listed on your DS 82 app. Please note if the passport is 5 years past expiration date you must apply in person for a new adult passport.
the processing time? Stanadard route takes 4-6 weeks
my passport recently expired how much will it be and what info do i need if i mail it in how much is it hteres no calculations or add ons i can see or find ?/
How long the passport long for 5 yr old
yes, passport cards would be sufficent Minor $15 adult $30 acceptance fee for each $25
$110 with acceptance agent fee of $25
My family of 5 is going to canada by car do we need passports to reenter the US ?
I lost my passport how much would it be for a new one
Hello, the fee for a first time adult passport card is $30 than $25 acceptance agent fee. Your post office could have been including photo & shipping costs.
Hello, it will be a DS 82 renewal app and on the DS 82 app you will select passport book, along with all renewal documents, such as the current passport card, passport photos and passport fees ($110) and any original/certified copy name change documents then you will mail everything in directly to the US Department of State, address listed on your DS 82 app. Also it would not hurt to send a letter stating you still plan to use the valid passport card and wish for it to be returned.
I guess I don’t understand still. There is a fee of $30 for a passport card (first passport for one adult,) but the postal office said it was $80. I guess there is another fee in there but what is it? Is there a fee to file the application in there??
I have a valid passport card that allows me to go into Canada & Mexico but I want to upgrade it to go to other countries. Is the process the same? Is the price still the $110 for routine time frame if it’s an upgrade from.a passport card?
Hello, the fee is $110 with an acceptance agent fee of $25
How much is a passport for an adult, first time
U.S. Passport Help Guide thank you
yes please visit http://www.uspassporthelpguide.com/emergency-passport/
Margarita Boo Kerslake the 17 year old will be going to a new adult passport fee is $110 with acceptance agent fee of $25 and minor will be $80 with acceptance fee of $25
it will be one check for $170 personal check made out to the US Department of State
Hello, if the passport is over a year old, it will be a DS 82 renewal app and along with all renewal documents, such as the current passport, passport photos and passport fees ( $110 for passport book), you will need to submit your original/certified copy name change documents you will mail everything in directly to the US Department of State, address listed on your DS 82 app.
Hello, the expediting Government fee will be $140 and if you use a third party expeditor fees will vary
I need much passport by December 16 , will I have enough time to receive it?
Both renewals
How much for a 17 year old and a ten year old… confusing or maybe I’m just not understanding the pricing
If I am getting passport expedited do I write 2 checks, 1 for $110.00 and 2nd for $60.00 and who do I write check to?
What if you have changed you’re name a few times? What documents do u need?
Daughter is 3 months and we’re going on vacation at the beginning of December. How much will i be charged to get a passport right away?