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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Ian Jones

Prince William tops list of most expensive royal trips in annual financial report

Prince William
  • Prince William 's three-day official visit to Saudi Arabia in February 2026 was the most expensive royal trip, costing £130,106, according to the royal family 's annual financial report.
  • This marks the first time Prince William has topped the annual list of most expensive royal trips, surpassing the King and Queen's state visit to Italy, which cost £126,946.
  • The financial report covers the 12 months to March 2026 and details journeys by family members with travel costs of at least £20,000, an increase from the previous £17,000 threshold.
  • Other significant expenses included the Prince of Wales's trip to Brazil for the Cop30 climate summit (£78,542) and the King and Queen's visit to the Vatican City (£75,371).
  • Total spending on journeys across the 12-month period, including trips that cost both above and below £20,000, was £3,316,024

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Prince William records most expensive royal trip since his father became King

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