UK Government Sets 2026 Passport Fees for Applicants

The UK government has published the official costs for obtaining a first adult passport in 2026. Applicants can choose to apply online for £102 (approximately ₦204,000) or through a paper application for £115.50 (approximately ₦231,000).

Both application methods are available to individuals based in the United Kingdom, while those applying from outside the country must follow a separate process. The passport is valid for 10 years and is available to British nationals aged 16 or older, or those who will turn 16 within three weeks.

Individuals whose last UK passport was issued before January 1, 1994, must also apply through this route. Current holders of a child passport can continue using it until it expires, even after turning 18.

For dual citizens, the name and gender on their non-British passport must match what they wish to appear on their British passport. The government advises applicants to check processing times and avoid booking travel until their passport is received.