When Does the Price of Passports Go Up

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The absolute worst time to buy a passport is two weeks before any international trip. That’s when you’re desperate, and they know it.

The best time? Right after a fee increase. Why? Because prices tend to stay flat for 2-3 years after a bump. For example, the 2026 hike was followed by quiet stability.

UK Passport Prices Going Up in 2026 - How Much Is the New Updated Cost?

Also, check if you qualify for a renewal by mail. It’s $30 cheaper than applying in person. That’s a fancy coffee you just saved.

The “Hidden Discount” Nobody Talks About

If you’re between the ages of 16 and 17? You get a slightly cheaper passport fee. It’s true—the government recognizes that teens are broke.

And for seniors? Some countries, like the U.K., offer reduced fees for over-75s. Not the U.S. though. Uncle Sam still wants your full AARP-aged cash.

Pro tip: always check the State Department’s fee schedule before you apply. They change it about as often as my laundry gets done—unpredictably.