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■ 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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Form PC7_0812 (Page 1 of 2)
Document Information
| Fact Name | Details |
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| Eligibility Criteria | To use the renewal form, you must have an adult Australian passport that was valid for at least 2 years when issued and issued after 1/7/2000. |
| Appointment Requirement | Only certain applicants need to lodge their forms at a Passport Office in Australia. Appointments are essential for these applicants. |
| Payment Methods | In Australia, preferred payment methods are 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 delivery time. |
| Lost or Stolen Passport | If your passport is lost or stolen, report it immediately. You will need to complete an Application for Australian Passport: Adult form to replace it. |
| Photograph Requirements | Two identical color photographs are required. They must be recent, clear, and meet specific size and quality criteria. |
Australian Passport Renewal - Usage Guidelines
Renewing your Australian passport involves a few straightforward steps. After completing the form, you will need to submit it along with your current passport and payment. Make sure you have everything ready to ensure a smooth process.
- Obtain the Australian Passport Renewal Application form. You can download it from the official website or pick it up at an Australia Post outlet.
- Fill out your personal details in the form. This includes your name, date of birth, and sex. Ensure that these match exactly with your current passport.
- Indicate your passport details. Write down the passport number, date of issue, and expiry date of your current passport. This passport must have been valid for at least 2 years when issued.
- Prepare your photographs. You need two identical color photos that meet specific requirements outlined in the form. Make sure they are recent and of good quality.
- Sign the declaration. At the end of the form, you will need to sign to confirm that all information provided is true and correct.
- Gather your current passport and payment method. You can pay using EFTPOS, Mastercard, Visa, or cash. Note that cheques are not accepted.
- Submit your application. If you are in Australia, you can lodge your application in person at an Australia Post outlet. If you are overseas, contact your nearest Australian mission for instructions.
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Dos and Don'ts
When filling out the Australian Passport Renewal form, there are important guidelines to follow. Here’s a list of things you should and shouldn’t do to ensure a smooth application process.
- Do ensure your current passport is valid and was issued after July 1, 2000.
- Do provide a passport that matches the number printed on your application form.
- Do make an appointment if you are lodging your form at a Passport Office in Australia.
- Do use high-quality color photographs that meet the specified requirements.
- Do contact the Australian Passport Information Service if you have questions about your application.
- Don't forget to check that your passport is in your current name, date of birth, and sex.
- Don't submit your application without the necessary payment; EFTPOS, Mastercard, Visa, or cash are accepted.
- Don't use a passport that has been lost or stolen without reporting it first.
- Don't take photographs that do not meet the size or quality requirements outlined in the guidelines.
Common mistakes
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Incorrect Passport Eligibility: Applicants often fail to verify that their existing passport meets the necessary criteria. The passport must have been valid for at least two years when issued, issued after July 1, 2000, and in the applicant's current name, date of birth, and sex.
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Missing Appointment: Many individuals neglect to make an appointment when required. Only certain applicants should lodge their forms at a Passport Office in Australia, and appointments are essential for those who need to do so.
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Improper Photograph Submission: Submitting photographs that do not meet the specified requirements is common. Photos must be recent, of good quality, and adhere to strict size and background guidelines.
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Failure to Provide Existing Passport: Applicants often forget to include their current passport with the application. The passport number must match the number printed on the form.
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Incorrect Payment Method: Using an unacceptable payment method can delay the application. In Australia, preferred payment methods include EFTPOS, Mastercard, Visa, or cash, while cheques are not accepted.
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Ignoring Lost or Stolen Passport Protocol: Individuals sometimes overlook the necessity of reporting lost or stolen passports immediately. This is crucial to prevent identity theft and other illegal activities.