PSA from the US Embassy:
Event: Increase in Passport Fees (Effective December 27, 2021)
Effective December 27, 2021, the passport book security surcharge will increase from $60 to $80. This passport book security surcharge applies to all passport applicants (adults and minors), whether they are applying for a first-time passport or are renewing their existing passport.
Beginning December 27,
• If you have in-person passport appointments, please ensure you have the correct payment when you appear at the Embassy in Jerusalem or Branch Office in Tel Aviv.
• If you are submitting your adult passport renewal application (DS-82) through the drop box at the Embassy in Jerusalem or by mail, please make sure the bank check is for the correct amount.
The Department of State published a Final Rule confirming this fee change on October 28, 2021.
New Fees (effective December 27, 2021)
First-Time Adult Passport Book (DS-11): $165 (increase of $20)
First-Time Adult Passport Card (DS-11): $65 (no change)
First-Time Adult Passport Book and Card (DS-11): $195 (increase of $20)
Adult Passport Book Renewal (DS-82): $130 (increase of $20)
Adult Passport Card Renewal (DS-82): $30 (no change)
Adult Passport Book and Card Renewal (DS-82): $160 (increase of $20)
Minor Passport Book (first-time or renewal) (DS-11): $135 (increase of $20)
Minor Passport Card (first-time or renewal) (DS-11): $50 (no change)
Minor Passport Book and Card (first-time or renewal): $150 (increase of $20)
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Jerusalem
14 David Flusser St.
Jerusalem
Telephone: +972-2-630-4000
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://il.usembassy.gov/
U.S. Embassy Branch Office Tel Aviv
71 HaYarkon St.
Tel Aviv
Telephone: +972-3-519-7575
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://il.usembassy.gov/
State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747or 202-501-4444
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