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Special announcement: Passport interviews will be conducted in Houston on 18-19 June and Miami on 27-28 June 2013. Please click here for further information.
How to obtain an Australian passport in the United States of America
1. Find out what type of form that you need to use: PC7 or PC8.
2. Read the instructions for preparing your application. In particular:
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Review the checklist below to avoid common mistakes.
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Read the photo instructions. Australian passport photos are different to US passport photos so please check the information carefully before you submit your application.
3. Fill out your application forms online at the global website: www.passports.gov.au. Note: You cannot download blank forms. You must complete the form online.
4. Print the completed application form. Sign and date where required using Australian Date Format - DD/MM/YYYY. Any applications containing dates in US format will be rejected.
5. Find out how and where to lodge your application. Check the current passport fees.
6. If you have any questions, read the FAQs or call your lodging office.
All passport information on this website is current. We ask that you do NOT contact our offices to re-confirm information you have already obtained from this website.
Additional information for passport applicants
Instructions for the Overseas Passport Application (PC8)
Instructions for the Overseas Renewal Application (PC7)
Acceptable combinations of identification documents for adult PC8 applications
Passport fees (all fees payable in the United States of America are in US dollars)
Credit card authorisation form (not for use in Honolulu)
Guarantor information (for use with Form PC8 only)
Where to apply in the United States of America
Paper and printer specifications for photos
Embassy interview hours and holidays
Reporting a lost or stolen passport
Translation of foreign documents
Link to B11 - General statement by passport applicant - use this form only if requested by the Passport Office
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)