Passport Fees (2024)

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What fees should I pay?

I'm an adult (16 and older) and I'm applying for the first time

You will need to pay both an application fee and an acceptance fee.Pay the acceptance fee to the facility which takes your application, and the application fee to the U.S. Department of State.

Our Apply in Person page has more information on how to submit your application.

DocumentForm FillerApplication FeeExecution (Acceptance) Fee
Passport BookDS-11$130$35
Passport CardDS-11$30$35
Passport Book & CardDS-11$160$35

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I'm an adult (16 and older) and I'm renewing my passport

Adults (16 and older) may be able torenew their passport. Our Renew page has more information on how to submit your application.

DocumentForm FillerApplication Fee
Passport BookDS-82$130
Passport CardDS-82$30
Passport Book & CardDS-82$160

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My child is under 16 and I'm applying for his or her passport

All children must apply in person. You will need to pay both an application fee and an acceptance fee when applying for your child.Pay the acceptance fee to the facility which takes your child's application, and the application fee to the U.S. Department of State.

OurChildren Under 16 pagehas more information on how to apply for a child's passport.

DocumentForm FillerApplication FeeExecution (Acceptance) Fee
Passport BookDS-11$100$35
Passport CardDS-11$15$35
Passport Book & CardDS-11$115$35

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I'm changing or correcting my passport
Service I needHow much do I pay?What form should I submit?
Name ChangeUse our Fee Calculator to learn how much you oweIt depends on your situation since you may need to complete either Form DS-11, DS-82, or DS-5504.Please see theChange or Correct a Passport Pagefor details on which form you need to submit.
Correct Data Error$0DS-5504

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I need to rush my passport or pay for a special service

Include these fees as part of the application fee you pay to the U.S. Department of State.

ServiceFee for each ApplicationNotes
Expedited Service$60
  • Primarily for applicants in the United States.
  • Available for eligible U.S. citizens living in Canada who renew by mail.
  • Request a refund if you paid the $60 and did not get expedited service.
1-2 Day Delivery$19.53
  • You will receive your passport1-2 days after we send it.
  • Include the fee in your check or money order payable to the U.S. Department of State for fastest return shipping.
  • Do not submit a return envelope to us with postage pre-paid.
  • Note: We do not offer this service for customers applying for a passport card only. We send cards via First Class Mail.
File Search$150.00

Request a File Searchif you got a U.S. passport in the past, and you cannot submit it with your application as evidence of U.S. citizenship.

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We accept different forms of payment

Applying at a Passport Acceptance Facility (Post Office, Government Office, Library)

Go to our Apply In Person page to find the steps to apply.

You will need to pay both an application fee and an acceptance fee. Pay the acceptance fee to the facility which takes your application, and the application fee to the U.S. Department of State.

To pay for the application and special services such as expediting your application:

  • Submit a check(personal, certified, cashier's, traveler's) ormoney orderpayable to "U.S. Department of State"
  • You cannot pay using a credit or debit card.
  • Do not cancel your check or money order after you have applied.

To pay the separate $35 fee to the acceptance facility, contact youracceptance facilityto learn what form of payment they will accept.Please note customers who want to apply at a post office must make an appointment directly onUSPS.com. Some locations accept:

  • Personal checks and money orders
  • Credit cards. Note: the facility may add a surcharge to cover the cost of the credit card transaction.
  • Cash (exact amount only)

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Renewing by Mail

If you are renewing by mail:

  • Send us a check(personal, certified, cashier's, traveler's) ormoney orderpayable to "U.S. Department of State"
  • Do not cancel your check or money order after you have applied as you may have to pay additional fees.
  • When renewing by mail from Canada, you must pay by check or money order payable in U.S. dollars through a U.S. bank.

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Applying or Renewing at a Passport Agency

Go to our Passport Agency and Center pagefor steps on how to apply at one of our 26 locations across the country.

Pay using a credit or debit card.

  • Credit cards: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover
  • Debit cards (or prepaid cards that are not linked to a line of credit or bank account): Visa or Mastercard

You can pay with a digital wallet such as Apple, Google, or Samsung Pay.

You cannot pay with cash, or a check or money order.

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Applying from Outside the United States

Check the U.S. embassy or consulate website to learn more about ways to pay for passport services if you are applying outside the United States.

Last Updated: March 28, 2024

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