UK Passport Rules in 2026: Everything YOU Need to Know

Oh the humble passport. That little blue (or burgundy) book holds the power to unlock beachy escapes, weekend city breaks, and dreamy European summers. BUT, if you haven’t checked yours recently, you could be in for a nasty surprise at the airport thanks to the new UK passport rules.

Thousands of Brits have been caught out by recent rule changes, mostly thanks to the confusing 10-year rule. Figures show that one in 20 people have actually had to cancel, postpone or miss a trip completely because of passport problems. Don’t let that be you!

So, what’s changed?

Not loads with the application process – you still apply online or at the Post Office. BUT from 10 April 2025, the price has gone up again. A standard adult passport now costs £94.50, which makes ours one of the priciest passports in Europe. Cheers for that. Add on the cost of a UK passport photo and it’s even more.