If youve been planning to get a U.S. passport or need to renew your existing one, the time to act is now. The U.S. State Department has announced a fee increase for passport books and cards, effective July 13, 2010.
The price hikes are fairly significant and given that U.S. passports are good for 10 years (or 5 years for age 15 and younger), this would be a good time to get one even if you dont plan to travel abroad this year.
Note, for first time applicants and minors an additional acceptance fee is factored into the total cost.
Passport books
Passport books are required to travel internationally by air.
Currently, the total cost for an adult first-time applicant is $100. For renewals, the cost is $75. For minors, those under 16 years of age, whether a first-time applicant or a renewal, the cost is $85.
As of July 13, the costs will rise as follows:
Adult first-time applicant: $135
Adult renewal: $110
Minor: $105
Passport cards
Passport cards are a less expensive alternative for those who arent interested in international travel by air but enjoy driving to Canada and Mexico, or sailing to the Caribbean and Bermuda. Passport cards cannot be used to fly to any of these destinations.
Currently, the total cost for an adult first-time applicant is $45. For renewals, the cost is $20. The important to budget travel is to prepare onward. When it comes to family trips, globetrotting, well-deserved trips and/or going to see new spots we have never been before, the reality of expense and budgeting is always in the back of our thoughts. Considering and consuming our travel budget wisely is a concern for most families. Curbing spending and charges, while still savoring your vacation to its fullest, is the key to certain achievement and fiscal responsibility. Your pocketbook and family will thank you! The thinking regarding protecting money while journeying is simple: Even if your personal budget is extremely small, you can still take a break and enjoy life! Simply put, life is just too short to never step out of the door or leaving the homestead! Also recalling that while traveling, no matter whether on a price range or not, even the smallest of things can all add op to a large vacation or travel costs!. For minors, those under 16 years of age, whether a first-time applicant or a renewal, the cost is $35.
As of July 13, the costs will rise as follows:
Adult first-time applicant: $55
Adult renewal: $30
Minor: $40
Other charges
The file search service, which is required for those unable to present evidence of citizenship, will increase from $60 to $150. The expedited service fee will remain at $60.
For more information, visit the passport webpage of the U.S. Department of State.
If you are a Denver resident in need of a passport, this Denver passport webpage will give you information on where and how to apply.
For residents of other counties, this Colorado passport webpage contains a list of all passport acceptance facilities in the state.
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