Guide for Adult renewal application (PC7) by mail

1. Complete your renewal application form online

• The application must be lodged within six months of completion

2. Print and sign your application form

• Print on plain white A4 paper, using black ink only. Make sure the top or bottom of the page is not cut off.
• US standard letter paper or US legal paper sizes are also acceptable, but only if they’re scaled properly. Refer to more information on printing your application form
• Sign the form using black pen, within the signature box. Make sure there are no alterations or whiteout on the signature or the date.

3. Photos

• Two recent identical colour photos, less than 6 months old with your full name written on the back of one photo. Refer to photo guidelines for more information
• Do NOT attach the photos to the form as this may damage them

4. Payment

• Complete the payment authorisation form, include this with your application form
• You can view more information on passport fees

5. Check your adult renewal checklist

• Before posting your application, review your adult renewal checklist.

6. Post your application to the appropriate address.

• If you reside north of lake Taupo, please post your application to:

Australian Consulate General

Private bag 92023

Victoria Street West

Auckland 1142

• If you reside south of Lake Taupo, please post your application to:

Australian High Commission Wellington

PO Box 4036

Wellington 6011

• Provide a New Zealand Post signature required courier bag for the return of your new passport.

8. How long will it take?

• Please allow a minimum of six weeks to receive a new passport once payment has been taken. PLEASE NOTE incomplete applications will cause delays.