Passport costs vary significantly between countries in 2024, with Mexico having the most expensive passport and the UAE having the cheapest. Countries like the US, UK and India fall in between, each offering different levels of visa exemption. Explore these rankings to see how much your passport costs globally.
Passport costs vary significantly around the world, with some countries charging very high fees while others offer affordable options. In 2024, Mexico leads with the most expensive passports, while the UAE and India offer some of the cheapest passports, offering various visa-free travel rights.
The 2024 rankings for the most expensive and cheapest passports show significant differences in passport prices in different countries, including the US, UK and India.
The most expensive passport
- Mexico: Mexico’s passport is the most expensive country at ₹19,481.75 (about $230.85) for a 10-year validity period. This country’s 6-year and 3-year passports are also the most expensive in the world.
- Australia: The Australian passport comes in second with ₹19,041 (about $225.70) for a 10-year passport cost.
- United States: A US passport is worth ₹13,868 (about $164.85) with a validity period of 10 years.
- UK: A UK passport costs ₹8,754.76 (about $103.74) for a 10-year period and is among the most expensive in Europe.
Cheapest passport
- United Arab Emirates: The UAE has the cheapest passport worldwide, worth just ₹1,400 (about $17.70 USD).
- India: The Indian passport is ranked second cheapest at ₹1,524.95 (about USD 18.07) for a validity period of 10 years356. It offers visa-free access to 58 countries and is noted for its excellent value for money per year.
- Hungary: Following India, Hungary offers passports priced around ₹1,749 (about $20.73).
- South Africa: A South African passport costs around ₹2,666.77 (about $31.60).
Ranking summary
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| Ranking | Nation | Passport cost (INR) | Passport cost (USD) | Validity (year) | Visa-free access |
| 1 | Mexico | ₹19,481.75 | $230.85 | 10 | 162 |
| 2 | Australia | ₹19,041 | $225.70 | 10 | 190 |
| 3 | USA | ₹13,868 | $164.85 | 10 | 189 |
| 4 | United Kingdom | ₹8,754.76 | $103.74 | 10 | 192 |
| … | United Arab Emirates | ₹1,400 | $17.70 | 5 | 183 |
| … | India | ₹1,524.95 | $18.07 | 10 | 58 |
While Mexico holds the title of world’s most expensive passport in 2024, the UAE and India offer some of the most affordable options for travelers today.
