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The Most Expensive And Cheapest Passports In The World by FirstAris: 6:40pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
[/b]Have you ever wondered which are the cheapest and most expensive passports in the world? At first, it may seem that the price of this important immigration identity document could be very standardized globally, however, reality shows that the value of the fee to acquire a passport is subject to many conditions depending on the country that issues it. Differences in the economic situation of each country, the government systems, and even the average salary among the inhabitants, give rise to complete lists of the most expensive and cheapest passports in the world. A passport in Australia is not the same as a passport in Vietnam. [b]SEE ALSO: Where to stay in Mont-Tremblant, Canada Although in the case of Spain, the Spanish passport is one of the most affordable in all of Europe, with an acquisition fee of only €26.02 (and the possibility of obtaining it free of charge if it is a large family), not all realities are the same throughout the world. Through this article elaborated around the articles published by Mercados e Investigación, a Spanish outlet. you will know which are the 10 countries with the most expensive passports in the world and the 10 countries where the passport does not represent a great expense. Without further introduction, let’s get started! SEE ALSO: Travel Insurance Tips Most expensive passports in the world In these countries, many citizens consider the passport a somewhat “heavy” expense for the pocket: Lebanon passport Despite being one of the passports with the greatest limitations and restrictions in terms of mobility possibilities between countries, it is also one of the passports with the highest acquisition costs. Also keep in mind that the application fees vary depending on whether it is a new passport or if you are renewing a passport that has expired for 1, 5, or 10 years. In addition, the rate is also modified depending on whether the applicant is under 5 years of age. However, on average the price of a Lebanese passport with a duration of 10 years could cost 500,000 Lebanese pounds, that is, around $330 USD. SEE ALSO: Travel and work around the World on a Cruise Ship, Main job sites Antigua and Barbuda passport In this small Caribbean country, made up of two islands, the fees to acquire a passport are not so small. This passport can cost up to $300 USD. Syria passport The fact that the Syrian passport is one of the immigration documents with the lowest “acceptability” rate by border controls in the world does not make this passport affordable. In fact, this is the passport that usually tops all the lists of most expensive passports on the world scale. Just how it sounds! The Syrian passport has risen to costs of up to $800 USD when issued in urgent mode. In normal modalities, the fees required to apply for Syrian passports are approximately $400 USD for a new passport and $200 USD for a renewal. SEE ALSO: Study in Australia, everything you need to know Australian passport Moving towards the Oceania continent, we find that Australia also has one of the most expensive passports in the world, currently valued at $282 USD in its standard version. In general, this passport is issued with a validity of 10 years, except in cases where the applicant is under 16 years of age (in this case it is common for it to be issued with a validity of 5 years). As an advantage, this passport has a very favorable position when we talk about its good immigration reception, appearing on the most powerful passport lists in the world in terms of travel freedom. Passport of the Democratic Republic of the Congo In this Central African country, a passport can cost $185 USD, despite being one of the countries with the highest poverty rate, which has caused multiple protests to reduce the price of this passport. According to a recent government decree, the passport of this country could also be issued for 99 dollars, as long as it is valid for 5 years, not extendable under any circumstances. SEE ALSO: COVID-19 entry restrictions to Canada: The latest updates Liechtenstein passport Despite being one of the smallest countries in the world and the smallest in all of Europe, the fees to acquire the Liechtenstein passport are not as low as its territory. The adult passport of this country costs 250 Swiss francs, that is, an approximate equivalent of 226 euros. Venezuela passport Landing in Latin America, the most expensive passport takes place in Venezuela, where the official cost of issuance is $200 and $100 USD in case it needs to be extended. Additionally, citizens living outside of Venezuela must pay additional fees to some Venezuelan consulates in their country of residence to receive the physical document, whether new or extended. These fees are around 80 euros or 100 dollars, which doubles the value of the document. The passport is valid for 5 years, renewable after the expiration date. In general, it is not a very welcome passport at border controls and many countries require you to go through extensive visa procedures in travel situations or change of residence for reasons of migratory flow control. SEE ALSO: The 10 best countries to emigrate this year Turkey passport In this Middle Eastern country, passports have remained some of the most expensive in the world, even after experiencing several cost reductions in issuance fees. Currently, Turkish citizens can acquire their passports by paying a fee of $180 USD. Somalia passport In this East African country, obtaining a passport involves paying a fee of $150 USD for Somalis outside Somalia and $100 USD for Somalis residing in the country. Even so, this high price does not imply great advantages for citizens in terms of freedom of travel, since only approximately 30 countries accept this passport without any type of visa and there are even countries such as Canada, which do not recognize this passport as valid immigration document. SEE ALSO: Working in Canada: Everything you need to know Japan passport In case you did not know, Japan also has one of the most expensive passports in the world, valued at 16,000 yen in case of guaranteeing a duration of 10 years, that is, around 124 euros. But there is good news! According to the Henley Passport Index 2021, Japan has the most powerful passport in the world. This is the third consecutive year that he has held this position since being a Japanese citizen represents full freedom to move through 191 countries without restrictions or visas. Practically the Japanese passport allows its citizens to travel without problems around the world. SEE ALSO: H2 Temporary Work Visa in the United States Cheapest passports in the world If we turn the matter around, there are also countries where acquiring a passport is an expense that usually goes almost unnoticed. In the list of countries with the cheapest passports in the world we usually find: Armenian passport Believe it or not, obtaining a passport in Armenia represents almost no cost. Citizens or aspiring citizens of this country only require about $2 USD to pay for their passport application fees. Kyrgyz passport Kyrgyzstan is one of the two former Soviet republics in Central Asia, alongside Kazakhstan. Although many do not know it, Kyrgyzstan also has one of the cheapest passports in the world and it is possible to obtain it by paying as little as 206 Kyrgyz Som, that is, around 2.06 euros. In 2020, the government of this country announced that due to this it will increase its costs in the passport application fee. SEE ALSO: Where to stay in Toronto, Canada Vietnam passport When it comes to travel, several lists agree that Vietnam is the cheapest destination in the world and your passport is no exception, since your application has a total cost of just $9 USD. United Arab Emirates passport The Emirati passport is another immigration identification document that is currently positioned on the list of cheapest passports in the world. Citizens of this country can obtain this passport by paying a fee of only 13.60 euros. Usually, this passport lasts for 5 years after issuance. Argentina passport Not everything is Asia and Africa! If we move to South America, we find that Argentina has one of the cheapest passports in the world, currently valued at an application fee of 1500 Argentine pesos, that is, around 13 euros for a passport valid for 10 years ( if you are an adult). SEE ALSO: Top 10 Scholarships to Study in Canada China passport Returning to Asia, it is important to mention that the Chinese nation is also overcooked for its affordable price when it comes to passport application fees. In this country, citizens can acquire their passports by paying a fee of 120 yuan, that is, approximately 15.50 euros. In case of applying for the passport from abroad, the fees do not undergo major changes either: it is enough to pay 25 US dollars or 20 euros for the application and there are no additional fees for expedited processing in case the issuance of the document is approved. Sri Lankan passport The Department of Immigration and Emigration is responsible for issuing Sri Lankan passports and many of the lists of cheapest passports in the world will highlight this country for the low fees they present when applying for this immigration document, even despite having experienced increases in the last years. Citizens of this country can obtain their passport for a cost of 3,500 Sri Lankan rupees, which is the equivalent of 15 euros, as approximate. Egypt passport The Egyptian passport has a cost of 380 Egyptian pounds, that is, only around 20 euros for the document, normally issued with an expiration time of 7 years. SEE ALSO: Working Holiday Visa for Canada 2021 Philippine passport The Philippine passport also has the advantage of being very affordable: the citizens of this country can acquire this passport in a period of 12 working days after paying a fee of only 1,200 Philippine pesos, that is, around 21 euros. In cases where it is necessary to speed up the process of obtaining it, it is possible to make an urgent request so that the passport reaches your hands within 6 working days. In this case, the application fee would rise to an equivalent of 26 euros (similar price to the Spanish passport), so it remains at a very affordable price. 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Re: The Most Expensive And Cheapest Passports In The World by horlahsunbo225(m): 8:00pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
Good info |
Re: The Most Expensive And Cheapest Passports In The World by Anieke77(m): 10:10pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
Thanks bro |
Re: The Most Expensive And Cheapest Passports In The World by FirstAris: 10:33pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
Re: The Most Expensive And Cheapest Passports In The World by FirstAris: 10:33pm On Aug 17, 2021 |
Re: The Most Expensive And Cheapest Passports In The World by Scholarshipfarm: 12:11pm On Aug 18, 2021 |
Thanks Alot firstAris FirstAris: |
Re: The Most Expensive And Cheapest Passports In The World by FirstAris: 10:12pm On Aug 18, 2021 |
FirstAris: |
Re: The Most Expensive And Cheapest Passports In The World by Scholarshipfarm: 4:26pm On Aug 21, 2021 |
Thanks for this info.. FirstAris: |
Re: The Most Expensive And Cheapest Passports In The World by thatsleepboy1: 2:44am On Aug 22, 2021 |
Can one get a Spanish passport from Nigeria? |
Re: The Most Expensive And Cheapest Passports In The World by FirstAris: 7:49am On Aug 22, 2021 |
No, except you are a Portuguese living in Nigeria or you have some millions to invest in Portugal which would then grant you access to the golden visa program which is a route to citizenship. thatsleepboy1: |
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