UK announces official cost of 10-year British Passport for applicants in 2026

The United Kingdom (UK) government has announced the official fees for British nationals applying for their first adult passport in 2026, with the amount depending on the application method.

According to the government’s published guidance, applicants submitting their forms online will pay £102, approximately ₦204,000, while those using a paper application will pay £115.50, equivalent to about ₦231,000.

The passport issued to successful adult applicants will remain valid for 10 years.

Both application methods are available to people applying from within the UK, while those living outside the country must follow a separate application process.

Who Can Apply for a First Adult British Passport?

The UK government stated that the first adult passportapplication is available to British nationals aged 16 and above who have never held a British passport.

Those who will turn 16 within the next three weeks can also apply.

Additionally, people whose last British passport was issued before January 1, 1994, must use the first adult application process, even if they have previously held the document.

However, applicants who already have a child passport can continue using it until its expiry date, even if they have turned 18.

Requirements for Applicants With Dual Citizenship

The government has also provided guidance for British nationals who hold citizenship in another country.

According to the rules, applicants with dual citizenship must ensure that the name and gender details on their non-British passport correspond exactly with the information they want printed on their British passport.

Anyone whose details do not match must first make the necessary corrections to their other passport before applying for the British document.

UK Government Advises Applicants on Passport Processing

The authorities have urged applicants to check the expected processing period before submitting their applications.

They also advised people not to make travel bookings until they have received their passports.

For applicants who need to travel urgently because of a medical emergency or the serious illness or death of a close friend or family member, the government recommended contacting the Passport Adviceline directly for assistance.

The guidance is intended to help applicants understand the requirements, fees and procedures before beginning their first adult British passport application.