🚨 [Latest 2026] The Complete Guide to Applying for a Passport Online (Full Summary of the Fee Increase)

Here's a summary of the passport fee increase and the latest online application information, effective from March 1, 2026. Getting your passport issued? Now you don't need to visit the district office twice — you can simply apply from home. Depending on the card company's payment service, there may be a small fee, but considering the cost of transportation, it seems worth it ^^ 💰 1. Passport Issuance Fee Increase Notice (Effective March 1, 2026) Due to the rise in manufacturing costs from the introduction of the next-generation electronic passport, fees have been uniformly increased by 2,000 won. 📌 Issuance fee by passport type 📌 Additional fee incurred when paying online If you apply online through Government24 or similar services, in addition to the passport issuance fee, the fee charged by the online payment system provider) — This may also occur separately. Please check the final payment amount. ▪︎Amount: An additional charge of about 2% ~ 4% of the passport issuance fee is applied → Example: When paying 50,000 KRW An additional 1,000~2,000 KRW may be charged ▪︎Reasons for variation: Credit card, bank transfer, simple payment (KakaoPay, etc.), and others Fees vary depending on the payment method you choose 📍 2. How to Apply for a Passport Online (Only 5 Minutes!) You can apply from anywhere through the Gov24 website or mobile app. 1) Access: Log in to Gov24 (Simple Authentication/Public Certificate) 2) Search: Enter and select 'Passport Reissue' in the search box 3) Fill Out: Confirm your personal information and select passport type (10 years/5 years), Selecting the receiving institution ⚠️ Caution: Once you designate the receiving institution, it cannot be changed, so please choose carefully, selecting a location nearby! 4) Photo upload: Attach a passport photo file that meets the required specifications 5) Payment: Pay the fee by credit card, bank transfer, etc. (an additional fee of about 1.7–4% applies separately) 6) Receipt: After receiving the text notification that issuance is complete, Visit the institution of your choice in person with your ID. 📸 3. Passport photo rules to avoid rejection Photo specification issues are the most common reason applications get rejected. Be sure to check the checklist below. 1) Photo taken within the last 6 months (white background required) 2) Size: 3.5cm wide, 4.5cm tall (the length from the crown of the head to the chin should be between 3.2–3.6cm) 3) File format: JPG/JPEG recommended, file size 500KB or less 4) Notes: Eyebrows and facial contours must be clearly visible, please avoid colored lenses or white clothing that blends in with the background. ⚠️ 4. If online application is not possible (in-person visit required) Everyone online It is not something you can apply for [online]. In the following cases, you must visit the counter in person. 1) Minors under 18 years of age 2) First-time passport applicants (new issuance) 3) Those who changed their name or corrected their resident registration number 4) Reissuance due to loss of passport (2 or more times within 5 years, or once but a valid passport still exists) 6) Applicants for diplomatic/official passports ⏱️ 5. Issuance Time and Pickup Tips 1) Processing period: Takes about 4–8 business days (May be delayed during peak season and around holidays) 2) When picking up: You must visit in person, and if you have a passport with remaining validity, you must bring it with you so it can be punched (invalidated).