Fees Know what you need to pay for a passport or travel document application. Processing times Find out how long it takes to process a passport application. Urgent travel Get faster processing if you need your passport in a hurry. Applying outside Australia See how to apply for a passport if you’re not in Australia. Parental consent Learn about getting parental consent for a child passport. Passport photos Check your passport photos meet our photo guidelines. Passport news 16 Mar 2026 Update on passport services and new online options in the Middle East We've introduced temporary digital upload options so Australians in affected Middle East locations can keep accessing passport services. Find out more. 16 Feb 2026 Understanding passport photo guidelines Before you lodge your passport application, make sure your photo meets our requirements to support smooth, secure travel. Find out more. 16 Jan 2026 Start planning early for your 2026 travel Before you book, make sure you have a valid passport. Find out more. See more Useful links Australian citizenship Passport fraud Smartraveller (Opens in a new tab/window) Department of Home Affairs (Opens in a new tab/window)
