Everything you need to apply for, renew or replace a UK passport — in one place. Choose the guide you need below; each is kept current with the latest 2026 fees, processing times and rules.
UK passport at a glance (2026)
- Adult passport: £102 online / £115.50 by post · valid 10 years
- Child passport (under 16): £66.50 online / £80 by post · valid 5 years
- Standard processing: about 3–4 weeks to renew; longer for first-time and overseas (allow up to 10 weeks)
- Urgent options: 1 Week Fast Track (~£166.50) or same-day Online Premium (~£239.50)
Our UK passport guides
- British Passport Renewal — cost, timing and how to renew online step by step.
- UK Passport Photo Requirements — size, background, expression and the rules for babies and children.
- How Long Does a UK Passport Take? — 2026 processing times and the fast-track options.
- UK Child Passport — cost, who can apply and the documents you need.
- How to Apply for a British Passport — the full first-time application walk-through.
When should you renew?
Renew before you travel: for the EU your passport must be less than 10 years old on entry and have at least 3 months left on the day you leave. You can renew at any time and carry over up to 9 months of remaining validity.
Sorting your UK immigration status too? Browse our UK immigration guides hub and set up your eVisa.