Friday, March 5, 2010

NEW FEES PROPOSED BY STATE DEPARTMENT

FRIDAY, MARCH 05, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The State Department has proposed new fees for many of its passport-related products and services. The total proposed cost of a new passport will increase from $100 to $135 for adults and from $85 to $105 for minors. Renewals will increase from $75 to $110 for adults and from $60 to $80 for minors. Travelers needing extra visa pages will soon pay $82. Currently, this service is free.

2AFRIKA, INC. urges frequent travelers who may be in need of extra visa pages, new applicants and renewal applicants to submit an application immediately.While no formal implementation date has been given for the changes, the State Dept. has indicated that it intends to implement the new fees once it has had time to consider public comments. The public comment period for the proposed fees ends on March 11, 2010.




2AFRIKA, INC. is fully committed to your Satisfaction, Security, and Safety at all times, and is actively involved in 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism'