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What Do Passports Cost?

It's part of your travel budget.

So what do passports cost?

I can only speak for U.S. citizens.

If you are the citizen of another country, you'll have to check with the proper government authority.


Passports

Get A Passport to Travel the World



The cost to apply for your very first United States passport is $100 for adults and $85 for minors. Remember that there will be a small additional expense for passport size photos. First time applicants must apply in person with the proper proof of citizenship.

The cost to renew your passport is $75 for adults. You may mail your application in with your old passport. Your old passport (now invalidated) along with your new passport. Again, there will be small additional expenses for current passport size photos and postage.

Passport Cards

The relatively new U.S. Passport Card is wallet size and less expensive, but remember it is not valid for travel by air. It's a good option is you are cruising or driving between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Bermuda and the Caribbean. It's not good for cruising to Europe or Asia, and obviously you won't be driving there!

The cost for your first Passport Card if you do not already have a passport is $45 for Adults and $35 for minors. Remember you'll have a small additional expense for passport size photos.

If you already have a passport, you can also get a Passport Card. The cost for current U.S.Passport book holders is $20. It might be more convenient if you cross into Canada or Mexico often by land or sea.

What Do Passports Cost With Passport Cards?

You can apply for both the passport and passport card at the same time. The cost for first time applicants is $120 for adults and $95 for minors.

So what do passports cost? One hundred dollars may seem like a lot of money, but it entitles you to ten years worth of travel. In my book, that's a bargain!

Happy travels... even if you don't travel the world... just remember that life is a journey... embrace and enjoy it!   Judy and Mark

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What Is A Visa and When Do You Need One
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