How Much Does an Urgent Passport Cost in the UK? Full Breakdown (2025)
How Much Does an Urgent Passport Cost in the UK? Full Breakdown (2025)
When you need a passport quickly, cost is usually the second question after “how soon can I get it?”. In 2025, HM Passport Office charges specific fees for urgent services. Here’s the complete breakdown of what you’ll pay and what’s included.
Urgent Passport Options in 2025
- 1-Week Fast Track: For adults and children. You book an appointment, attend (or use a representative with consent), and the passport is delivered by secure courier within about 7 days of the appointment.
- Premium Same-Day Service: Adults only, renewals only (no lost, stolen, or child passports). You attend an appointment and collect the passport the same day.
Costs in 2025
The official HM Passport Office fees are:
- Adult 34-page passport (Fast Track): £166.50
- Adult 50-page passport (Fast Track): £177
- Child passport (Fast Track): £135.50
- Adult 34-page passport (Premium same-day): £207.50
- Adult 50-page passport (Premium same-day): £218.50
Note: These prices are set by HM Passport Office and apply UK-wide.
Additional Costs to Consider
- Travel to the Passport Office: Most applicants need to attend in person. Offices are in major cities such as London, Newport, Peterborough, Liverpool, Durham, and Glasgow.
- Photographs: Passport photos must meet strict requirements. Booth or shop photos typically cost £6–£8.
- Courier upgrades or concierge services: If you’d like someone to attend the appointment on your behalf, services like NextDay Passport can handle this with your written consent.
When to Use Urgent Services
Urgent services are best if you:
- Have imminent travel (within days or weeks)
- Need a child passport renewal quickly
- Lost or damaged your passport just before a trip
- Changed your name and need documents to match tickets
How NextDay Passport Helps
- We secure the earliest available appointment at your nearest Passport Office
- We can attend on your behalf with your signed consent letter
- We check your documents in advance to avoid delays or rejection
- We track your new passport until it’s safely delivered by courier
Contact us on WhatsApp: 07443 165140 or visit nextdaypassport.co.uk to get started.
Quick Checklist of 2025 Fees
- Adult Fast Track (34-page): £166.50
- Adult Fast Track (50-page): £177
- Child Fast Track: £135.50
- Adult Premium (34-page): £207.50
- Adult Premium (50-page): £218.50
FAQs
Are urgent passport fees refundable?
No. If you miss or cancel your appointment, the fee is non-refundable.
Does Fast Track guarantee delivery in 1 week?
HM Passport Office aims to deliver within 7 days of the appointment. Delays are rare but possible if documents are incomplete.
Can children use the Premium service?
No, the Premium same-day service is not available for children or for lost/stolen/damaged passports.
Need a passport urgently? Message us on WhatsApp: 07443 165140 or visit nextdaypassport.co.uk. We’ll secure the earliest appointment and manage the process for you.