A Guide on how to Renew Your Australian Passport
If you want to renew your Australian passport, you can download the form online, fill it out, then submit it to an Australian post outlet.
You are eligible to renew your Australian passport if you are 18 years of age or older, your most recent Australian passport was issued when you were 16 years of age or older, if it was issued on or after January 1, 2006, if it was valid for at least two years when issued, if it has your current name, date of birth, place of birth, and gender, and if you meet the other requirements.
The guidelines you must follow to renew your Australian passport are outlined in this article.
The Documents Required to Renew Your Australian Passport
You will require the following documents to complete the passport renewal process:
- Your complete birth record
- Your Australian citizenship must be proven.
- Identification papers that display your most recent photograph, address, and signature
- Evidence of any name or gender change
- Filled-out application
- Two passport images that comply with the requirements for Australian passport photos
- The full name, contact information, and electoral roll address of a referee (for an online form) or guarantor (for a paper form) who can vouch for you.
Australian Passport Renewal Procedures
- Visit the site
- Choose the online renewal button.
- Open a profile on Auspassport.
- Fill out the online form, keeping in mind that Australia Post does not offer renewal forms.
- Get a copy of and sign your application.
- Take passport photos and submit your renewal application at a post office that participates
- Pay the application cost.
- Call 131 232 to request a pre-filled form if you are unable to fill your application form online.
Processing Time for Australian Passport Renewal
An Australian passport renewal might take up to 6 weeks from the time your application is submitted. In order to prevent delays brought on by the initial rush for passports, make sure to submit all necessary papers and information.
You can get it expedited with priority processing if you need it in less time than six weeks.
Australian Passport Renewal Fees
- For citizens 16 and older, the renewal cost of a passport with a 10-year validity is $301.
- For citizens under the age of 16, the cost to renew a passport with a 5-year validity is $152.
- It costs $152 to renew a passport with a five-year validity for citizens of 75 and older, this passport is optional.
For applicants from outside Australia, there are additional costs above the Basic Australian Passport Renewal Fees.
Conclusion
The renewal process can be started online by completing the application form, but you must submit your application and make payment at a participating Australian Post outlet.
This article makes an effort to give you a thorough and understandable explanation of the procedure for renewing your Australian passport.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I update my Australian passport from abroad?
You can obtain the renewal application form online and submit it to an Australian diplomatic mission or consulate if you reside or are traveling outside of Australia.
How soon after its expiration can you renew your Australian passport?
Upon expiration, passports may be renewed, but only if done so within three years.
