How long does it take to get a passport? Whether you apply in Australia or overseas, you should allow a minimum of 6 weeks to get a new passport.
While we process most passport applications in well under six weeks, some do take longer.
Australians faced excessive delays from early 2022, waiting an average of 50 days to receive their passports at the peak of demand, due to the poor planning by the previous government. We can now say, these delays have been rectified.
If you lodge your application for priority processing at a selected Australia Post 'Passport RAPID' location, we'll get your documents even faster.
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.
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.
Our Priority Service is available for $237, with your passport ready to be mailed or collected in just two business days once we've received all your documents from Australia Post.
Australia requires that your passport must be valid only for the period of your intended travel in and out of Australia. There is no requirement for your passport to be valid for six months after your travel.
If you have been waiting more than 8 weeks, contact the National Passport Information Center at 1-877-487-2778 to report that you have not received your documents.
But ever since international borders reopened, the Australian Passport Office (APO) has seen unprecedented demand for the documents, causing wait times to blow out. Last year's Optus data leak also forced people whose personal information had been compromised to apply for new passports, adding to the backlog.
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade issues passports to be used as evidence of identity and citizenship by Australians travelling internationally. Lodge your passport application at Australia Post. This includes applications for which priority service is requested.
You can call the National Passport Information Center at 1-877-487-2778 or 1-888-874-7793 (TDD/TTY) to check on your status.
The Australian passport ranks 33rd in the world as of July 2023 according to VisaGuide Passport Index. This means that Australian citizens can travel visa-free to 144 countries in the world.
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.
Singapore has topped a ranking of the world's most powerful passports, toppling Japan from the top spot. Singaporeans enjoy visa-free entry to 192 destinations, more than travellers of any other country, according to the latest Henley Passport Index.
Your Australian passport must be valid (not expired) on the day of your arrival in Australia. It does not need to have six months remaining validity to enter Australia unless you are passing through a third country that requires it.
If your passport expires in six months or less, you may need a new one. Some foreign governments need visitors to carry passports with at least six months validity (beyond their planned stay) or they may be refused entry.
Can I cruise with a Passport if I am a U.S. Citizen? We highly recommend that all U.S. Citizen's cruise with their U.S. Passport book that is valid at least 6 months after your cruise. Guests may also sail with their official US state-issued Birth Certificate and a supporting Government Issued Photo ID...
In February 2023: 96 per cent of routine passports were issued within 10 business days. 99 per cent of routine passports were issued within six weeks. 99 per cent of priority passport applications were processed within two business days.
Travelers can get their passports expedited at a passport agency or center if they have international travel plans within 14 days through the Urgent Travel Service. In this case, you must call 1-877-487-2778 to make an appointment with a passport agency. There is also a Life-or-Death Emergency Service.
You must book an appointment for an urgent passport application before you call or visit a centre.
The most important rule for passport photos is to keep your makeup as natural as possible. This means avoiding heavy or dramatic makeup looks, such as bold lipstick or smoky eyes. Instead, opt for a neutral, natural look that enhances your features without overwhelming them.