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How to Get a Money Order for Your Passport Application
USPS money-order fees verified on August 31, 2026. The U.S. Department of State does not accept cash or credit cards for the passport application fee. It has to be a check or a money order. A money order is a prepaid, guaranteed payment you buy with cash or a debit card, so it is what…
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How Much Is a U.S. Passport? 2026 Fees and Costs
Fees verified against travel.state.gov on August 31, 2026. A first-time adult passport book costs $165. That is a $130 application fee paid to the U.S. Department of State, plus a $35 acceptance fee paid to the facility that takes your application. A renewal by mail costs $130 and has no acceptance fee. A child’s passport…
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Passport fees depend on the service and application type. First, review common costs and ways to pay. Then plan your budget before you apply. Check current fees with the State Department or the site handling your application.