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Renewing an Australian passport involves completing a specific application form designed for citizens aged 18 years and older. To qualify for renewal, applicants must hold an adult Australian passport that was valid for at least two years when it was issued, and it must have been issued after July 1, 2000, in the applicant's current name, date of birth, and sex. The process requires careful attention to detail, including the submission of two recent color photographs that meet strict guidelines. Lodging the application must be done in person at an Australia Post outlet, and appointments may be necessary. For those renewing their passport overseas, contacting the nearest Australian mission is essential. Payment methods vary depending on the location, with options including EFTPOS, Mastercard, Visa, or cash. The Passport Office aims to process applications within ten working days, although a priority service is available for those needing faster processing. It is crucial to protect your identity; lost or stolen passports should be reported immediately. For any questions or concerns, the Australian Passport Information Service is available to assist, ensuring a smooth renewal process.
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Steps to Using Australian Passport Renewal
Renewing your Australian passport can be a straightforward process if you follow the steps carefully. After filling out the form, you'll need to submit it along with your current passport and the required payment. Here’s how to fill out the Australian Passport Renewal form:
- Obtain the Australian Passport Renewal form. You can download it from the official website or get a physical copy at an Australia Post outlet.
- Start with your personal information. Fill in your current name, date of birth, and sex as they appear on your existing passport.
- Provide details about your current passport. Include the passport number, date of issue, and expiration date. Ensure that the passport was valid for at least two years when it was issued.
- Indicate your contact information. This includes your address, phone number, and email address. Make sure this information is current and accurate.
- Prepare your two recent passport-sized photographs. Ensure they meet the specified requirements, such as size, quality, and background.
- Review the declaration section of the form. Sign and date it to confirm that all information provided is true and complete.
- Check the payment section. Select your preferred payment method, which may include EFTPOS, Mastercard, Visa, or cash. Remember, cheques are not accepted.
- Submit the completed form along with your current passport and payment at an Australia Post outlet if you are in Australia. If you are overseas, contact your nearest Australian mission for submission instructions.
Once you have submitted your application, the processing time typically takes up to ten working days. If you need your passport sooner, inquire about priority processing for an additional fee.
Key takeaways
Key Takeaways for Filling Out and Using the Australian Passport Renewal Form
- Ensure you have an adult Australian passport that was valid for at least 2 years when issued, and issued after July 1, 2000.
- Appointments are essential for lodging forms at a Passport Office in Australia; check the criteria on the official website.
- Keep your passport safe to protect your identity; lost or stolen passports can lead to serious consequences.
- Contact the Australian Passport Information Service at 131 232 for questions or concerns regarding your application.
- To renew your passport, you must provide the passport that matches the number on page 2 of the form.
- Submit your renewal application in person at an Australia Post outlet if you are in Australia; overseas applicants should contact their nearest Australian mission.
- Two identical color photographs are required, meeting specific guidelines regarding size, quality, and background.
- Normal processing time is ten working days; priority processing is available for an additional fee if you need your passport sooner.
Misconceptions
Misconceptions about the Australian Passport Renewal form can lead to confusion and delays. Here are ten common misunderstandings, clarified for better understanding:
- You can renew your passport without your current one. Many believe they can renew their passport without presenting the old one. However, you must provide the passport that matches the number on the renewal form.
- All applicants can submit their forms at any Passport Office. Not everyone can lodge their forms at a Passport Office. Only certain applicants should do so, and appointments are essential.
- Photograph requirements are flexible. Some think that any recent photo will do. In reality, specific guidelines about size, background, and quality must be strictly followed.
- You can pay with a cheque. Many assume that cheques are an acceptable form of payment. However, cheques are not accepted; EFTPOS, Mastercard, Visa, or cash are the preferred methods.
- Processing time is the same for all applications. It's a misconception that all applications are processed within the same timeframe. Regular processing may take up to ten working days, while priority processing incurs an additional fee for a two-day turnaround.
- There’s no need to report a lost passport immediately. Some believe they can take their time after losing their passport. In fact, lost or stolen passports should be reported immediately to prevent identity theft.
- Children can use the same form as adults. There is a misconception that the same renewal form applies to both adults and children. Different criteria and forms exist for child passport renewals.
- All passports are valid for ten years. Many think all adult passports last for ten years. However, seniors’ passports (for those aged 75 or over) are only valid for five years.
- You can submit your application online. Some believe they can renew their passport online. However, applications must be lodged in person at designated locations.
- Travel advice is irrelevant to passport renewal. It’s a common misunderstanding that travel advice does not affect passport renewal. However, it’s wise to check travel advisories, especially if planning to travel soon after renewal.
Understanding these misconceptions can help streamline the renewal process and ensure that all requirements are met efficiently.
Preview - Australian Passport Renewal Form
■ have an adult Australian passport that was valid for at least 2 years when issued, and
■ was issued after 1/7/2000, and
■ was issued in your current name, date of birth and sex,
A P P O I N T M E N T S
Only certain applicants should lodge their forms at a Passport Office in Australia.
■Appointments are essential.
■For criteria, visit www.passports.gov.au
Protect your identity
Lost or stolen passports cause inconvenience and may be used by others to assume your identity for illegal activities. Keep your
passport safe at all times.
Australian Passport Information Service
131 232
If you have any questions about this form or about how to get an Australian passport, or if you wish to comment about our service, offer suggestions for improvement, or register a complaint, you may telephone us on 131 232 (from anywhere in Australia), visit our web site at: www.passports.gov.au, or write to the following address:
Director, Passport Operations Section
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
R.G. Casey Building
John McEwen Crescent
Barton ACT 0221
Or contact the nearest Australian mission
Check before travelling
Visit the Department’s website at www.smartraveller.gov.au to view the latest travel advice.
35MM
72G
Australian Passport Renewal Application
Who should use this form?
Use this form if you are an Australian citizen aged 18 years or over and:
OR ■ have a child Australian passport that was valid for at least 2 years when issued, and
■ was issued after 1/7/2005, and
■ you were 16 years and over at the time of issue, and ■ was issued in your current name, date of birth and sex.
Note: If you cannot present your passport at the time of your renewal you cannot use the renewal process.
Lodgement, payment and validity
You must provide the passport that matches the number printed on the top of page 2 of this form with your application. If you are renewing your passport in Australia, you should lodge your renewal application in person at an Australia Post outlet (you may need to phone to make an appointment). If you are renewing your passport overseas, please contact your nearest Australian mission for advice on lodging your application.
Preferred methods of payment in Australia are EFTPOS, Mastercard, Visa or cash (cheques are not accepted). If applying overseas, check with the nearest Australian mission for details of the current fee and acceptable methods and currency of payment.
The Passports Office is committed to issuing a travel document within ten working days. This timeframe excludes the time taken for the Passport Office to receive the application and the time taken to deliver the document from the Passport Office to the applicant. If you require a two working day turnaround, ask about the priority processing service. An additional fee applies.
An adult passport is normally valid for 10 years.
A seniors’ passport (available to those aged 75 or over) is valid for 5 years; a lower fee applies.
If your passport has been lost or stolen
If your current or recently expired passport has been lost or stolen, you will need to complete an Application for Australian Passport: Adult form to replace it. All lost and stolen travel documents should be reported immediately, regardless of whether you wish to replace the travel document or not. Contact the Australian Passport Information Service on 131 232 or your nearest overseas mission if this occurs whilst overseas.
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Photograph requirements
You must provide two identical colour photographs of yourself. The photos must:
be no more than six months old, have appropriate brightness and contrast, and show your skin tones naturally
be between 35mm and 40mm in width, and between 45mm and 50mm in height, be of good quality colour and on high quality paper, with no ink or marks on the image
be in sharp focus and clear
be of your head and top of your shoulders and show your shoulders square on (not portrait style with you looking over one shoulder) and show your face square on (both edges of the face should be visible)
show you looking straight at the camera, and your head not tilted
be taken with a neutral expression (not laughing or frowning) with your mouth closed
be close up, so that the head takes up between 32mm and 36mm of the photo (see diagram at section 5 over the page)
have a plain,
show your eyes clearly through
show you without any hat or other head covering (if you wear a head covering for religious reasons, we will accept a photograph of you wearing it, but your facial features from bottom of chin to top of forehead and both edges of your face must be clearly shown).
Note: due to security printing requirements, images reproduced in passports will not be photographic quality and will appear different from the photographs supplied.
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Document Specs
| Fact Name | Details |
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| Eligibility Criteria | Applicants must hold an adult Australian passport that was valid for at least 2 years when issued, issued after 1/7/2000, and in their current name, date of birth, and sex. |
| Appointment Requirement | Only certain applicants should lodge their forms at a Passport Office in Australia. Appointments are essential for these submissions. |
| Identity Protection | Lost or stolen passports can lead to identity theft. It is crucial to keep your passport safe at all times. |
| Application Lodgement | Renewal applications in Australia must be lodged in person at an Australia Post outlet. Overseas applicants should contact their nearest Australian mission. |
| Payment Methods | Preferred payment methods in Australia include EFTPOS, Mastercard, Visa, or cash. Cheques are not accepted. |
| Processing Time | The Passports Office aims to issue a travel document within ten working days, excluding application receipt and delivery time. |
| Photograph Requirements | Two identical color photographs are required, taken within the last six months, with specific size and quality standards to be met. |