A passport is more than just a legally binding document. It’s your passport to travel the world. A valid U.S. passport can open doors, expose you to new cultures, and allow you to leave the country without being a stowaway.
If you’re reading about passports, you’re probably in one of two categories: either it is renewal of passport or applying for a new one. In any case, we recommend getting in line as soon as possible!
How much does it cost to obtain a passport in the United States? The current passport fees are listed below (as of 2022).
- Passport Book: This is the easily identified blue passport book. It is good for both domestic and international travel to and from the United States. The admission fee is $110 ($80 for minors).
- Passport Card: This credit-card-sized identification card is valid for travel to and from Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean. The cost is $30 for adults and $15 for minors.
- Passport Book & Card: Frequent travellers may prefer to have both forms of identification. The cost is $140 for adults and $95 for minors.
In addition to these passport fees, new applicants must pay a $35 execution fee. Those who meet the renewal requirements (see “Steps for Passport Renewal” below) are exempt from paying the execution fee.
If you require your passport immediately, you can pay an additional $60 for expedited service, plus $17.56 for 1-2 day delivery of passport books.
Passport fees should be paid with personal, certified, or cashier’s checks or money orders made payable to the Department of State. If you visit an office, you may be able to pay execution fees using alternative payment methods (e.g., credit card or cash). In order to avoid surprises, inquire ahead of time with the facility you will be visiting.
