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Australian passport: renewal, fees and timings
Renew online or at a passport office; standard renewal costs A$308 and takes ~3 weeks, express costs A$408 and takes ~10 business days; plan ahead.
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Key facts
- Standard adult renewal fee
- A$308
- Express adult renewal fee
- A$408
- Standard processing time
- ≈3 weeks
- Express processing time
- ≈10 business days
- Child (under 16) renewal feecheck
- A$154
- Eligibilitycheck
- Australian citizens 16 years or older with a passport that is expired or will expire within 6 months
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How to apply
You can renew online via the Australian Passport Office portal or submit a paper form at an Australia Post outlet that offers passport services. Online applications are faster and cheaper for standard renewals.
If your passport is damaged, lost, or you need a name change, you must apply in person at a passport office or an Australia Post outlet with a passport officer.
Do
- Use the online portal for standard renewals; you’ll receive a tracking number and can upload a digital photo.
- If you need a passport urgently, book an express appointment at a passport office; walk‑in is not accepted.
Fees and processing times
Fees are set by the Australian Government and are the same nationwide. Prices are in Australian dollars (AUD).
| Service | Fee (AUD) | Processing time |
|---|---|---|
| Standard adult renewal (online or paper) | 308 | ≈3 weeks |
| Express adult renewal (in‑person) | 408 | ≈10 business days |
| Child (under 16) standard renewal | 154 | ≈3 weeks |
Express service requires a passport office appointment; standard service can be mailed.
Do
- Apply at least 6 weeks before travel to allow for any unexpected delays.
- If you need a passport for an imminent flight, consider the express service and request a same‑day appointment if available.
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Documents you must provide
A completed renewal application (online form or paper form PC7).
Your most recent Australian passport (to be surrendered).
Two recent passport‑size photos that meet Australian standards (online upload or printed).
Proof of identity if the passport is damaged or you are applying in person (e.g., birth certificate, driver’s licence).
If changing your name, an official name‑change document (marriage certificate or deed poll).
Watch out
- Photos that do not meet the exact size, background or lighting requirements will be rejected; the online portal validates them automatically.
Where you can submit your renewal
Online: Australian Passport Office portal (https://www.passports.gov.au).
Australia Post outlets with passport services (most major post offices).
Australian Passport Offices in Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and other major cities.
Do
- Find the nearest Australia Post outlet with passport services on the Australia Post website.
- For express service, book an appointment directly with the passport office; walk‑ins are not accepted.
Special cases and exceptions
If your passport was issued before 2005, you may need to apply for a full replacement, not a simple renewal.
Australian citizens living overseas can renew at Australian embassies or consulates; fees and processing times may differ slightly.
If you have a criminal record, the passport office may require additional checks, extending processing time.
Watch out
- Do not travel with a passport that expires within 6 months of your intended return; many airlines and countries enforce this rule.
Questions people ask
Australian passport: what is the short answer?
Renew online or at an Australia Post outlet; standard cost A$308, takes about 3 weeks; express A$408, about 10 business days.
Who does it apply to?
Australian citizens aged 16 or older whose passport is expired or will expire within 6 months, and who meet identity requirements.
How much does it cost and how long does it take?
Standard adult renewal is A$308 and takes roughly 3 weeks; express adult renewal is A$408 and takes about 10 business days. Child renewals cost half the adult fee.
Can I renew from abroad?
Yes, at Australian embassies, high commissions or consulates; fees are the same, but processing may be slightly longer.
Do I need a new photo for a standard renewal?
A new passport‑size photo that meets current Australian standards is required, even for standard renewals.
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Sources
- officialAustralian Passport Office