How do I lodge my passport application? Lodge your application and pay the passport fee at a participating Australia Post outlet or an Australian diplomatic or consular mission . In some locations, you may need to book an appointment.
We have three options to submit your application: at an acceptance facility, by mail, or at a passport agency or center. Where you apply depends on how fast you need your passport, and what passport form you are submitting.
If you want to renew your Australian passport, you can download the form online and then lodge your application at an Australia Post outlet.
Telephone. You can phone us on 131 232 at the following times for the cost of a local call: Monday to Friday: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm (for each Australian time zone).
If you cannot complete an application form online, collect a blank application form at a participating Australia Post outlet . Ask for the 'Application for an Australian Passport' form. For adults, the form is green.
Going online is the easiest way to complete your application, but you still have to lodge it in person.
Do you want to enquire about your passport application? The best way do this is to contact us directly, by either phoning our call centre on 131 232, or emailing our Client Service mailbox ([email protected] ).
You can see the status of an application under "Checklists and documents created" on the dashboard. If you applied for an adult passport in Australia, the application status will be displayed as: Awaiting lodgement: The application checklist is ready for you to print and lodge.
The Australian Passport Office issues passports to Australian citizens in Australia and overseas in accordance with the Australian Passports Act 2005, related laws and the Convention on International Civil Aviation.
Customers are advised to allow a minimum of six weeks to apply for or renew their passport.
If going online is not an option, you can call us on 131 232 to get a pre-filled form sent to you. Renewal forms are not available at Australia Post.
While we process most passport applications in well under six weeks, some do take longer. This includes first-time adult and child passports.
You may renew your expired passport any time you wish. However, we strongly recommend that you should have a valid passport with at least seven to eight (7-8) months validity prior to making any travel plans.
It is necessary to carry all original documents at the PSK. However, original documents are returned to the applicant. According to the list of documents required for a passport, soft copies are necessary to upload with the application. It is necessary to carry all original documents at the PSK.
Even if your passport hasn't expired yet, you often need to renew before it does. Some countries require passports that are valid six months beyond the date of your trip. So, even if yours hasn't expired yet, check that it's not expiring within the next 12 months.
If you've received a message that your passport is being delivered, but you're concerned that it won't arrive in time for you to travel, please call us on 131 232.
Use of your AusPassport account. Your account can be used to: start, save, resume, update, save and delete a passport application. monitor the progress of your passport application; update your account details; and.
Acceptance facilities include post offices, clerks of court, public libraries, and other local government offices which accept passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State. Search for facilities by zip code, state, or state/city.
Absolutely do not send an unencrypted photo of your passport over email. Even a request for that would concern me as it shows a lack of understanding around the required security/privacy of such documents.
You should be directed to complete the PC7 (Adult renewal) form if: You are renewing your Australian passport, AND. You are an adult (18 years or older), AND. Your most recent passport was issued when you were 16 years or over on or after 01/01/2006, AND.
No, you don't have to carry the printout of the passport application form while visiting the passport office as per scheduled appointment. An SMS will be sent on your registered mobile number and this is accepted as proof of appointment.
Download and print your application form and e-receipt on an A4-size bond paper. These will be presented and submitted to the DFA during your appointment. Prepare the original and photocopies of your IDs and documents and have both ready during your visit.