Fukuoka Prefecture is urging residents to apply early for passports ahead of expected processing delays after application fees are reduced in July. The fee for a 10-year passport issued through counter applications will fall from JPY16,300 to JPY9,300, while five-year passports for adults will be discontinued. Officials said many applicants postponed applying before the fee reduction, with applications between March and May falling by about 25% compared with the same period last year. As demand increases, passport processing times will be extended by two business days at centers across the prefecture, with additional delays possible. Authorities also expect longer queues and advise anyone planning overseas travel this summer to submit applications as early as possible. Source: TNC News / Fukuoka Prefecture
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