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How to Get an Australian Passport

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If you live in Australia and want to travel to another country you will need to have a passport in order to travel legally. Obtaining your Australian passport is simple and the application can be completed in just a few minutes. Before you book your flight make sure your Australian passport is in order to avoid delays.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Passport application
  • Two recent color photos
  • Local postal office
  1. Step 1

    Obtain an application for an Australian passport. This can be done in one of two ways. Applicants may pick up a passport application at the nearest Australian postal office or download the form online. If downloading the form and printing it online you will need to first answer a few questions about the age of the applicant, whether or not the applicant is currently in Australia, and whether or not the applicant is applying for a new or renewal passport. The application form can be downloaded via the link provided below. The online version of the application can only be printed after the applicable information is entered into the system via the passport department web page.

  2. Step 2

    Complete the application. The application has several sections. These sections include personal information, proof of identity, as well as listing past passports. You will also need a guarantor, this person is an Australian citizen who will vouch for your identity.

  3. Step 3

    Return the completed form to the nearest Australian postal office. When returning the form you must bring two forms of photo identification. These photos must be no more than six-months-old.

  4. Step 4

    Pay the required fee. Depending on the frequentness of travel and the type of passport being issued fees will vary. Fees are due at the time the passport application is returned to the postal office.

Tips & Warnings
  • Applications that are completed without the use of the Internet should be completed in block letters and in black ink.
  • There are many guidelines for the photographs to be used for your passport. The provided link below will aid you in choosing the correct photograph.
  • Failure to apply for a passport will limit your travel.
  • Read all instructions carefully before completing the application.
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