Mexico Tops List of Most Expensive Passports in 2024, While India Offers Best Value

A passport is an essential document for international travel. It also serves as proof of identity and nationality.

The cost of obtaining a passport varies by country and the validity period. In 2024, passport fees range from Rs 1,500 to Rs 19,000.

Mexico has the most expensive passports in the world. A 10-year passport from Mexico costs about Rs 19,464.

Mexico offers three types of passports, and all appear on the top 10 most expensive list.

The six-year passport is the fourth most expensive, and the three-year passport ranks ninth.

Australia has the second most expensive passport, costing Rs 19,023 for a 10-year validity.

The United States ranks third, with a passport priced at Rs 13,899 for 10 years.

On the other hand, the cheapest passport in the world comes from the United Arab Emirates, priced at just Rs 1,492. India’s passport, which costs Rs 1,523 for 10 years, is the second most affordable.

Other countries with inexpensive passports include Hungary, Spain, Kenya, and South Africa.

India's passport offers the best value in terms of cost per year. With a 10-year validity and visa-free access to 58 countries, it ranks 82nd in the Henley Passport Index 2024.

Here are the top 5 most expensive passports:

1. Mexico (10-year passport): Rs 19,481.75

2. Australia (10-year passport): Rs 19,023

3. United States (10-year passport): Rs 13,899

4. Mexico (6-year passport): Rs 11,115

5. New Zealand (10-year passport): Rs 10,654

And the top 5 cheapest passports:

1. United Arab Emirates (5-year passport): Rs 1,492

2. India (10-year passport): Rs 1,523

3. Hungary (5-year passport): Rs 1,747

4. South Africa (10-year passport): Rs 2,664

5. Kenya (10-year passport): Rs 2,710