You can now renew, replace or apply for a first time passport online
https://www.dfa.ie/passportonline/
Online application process
Applicant’s device
Begin application
and upload photo
Applicant photo
and details verified
Payment
Passport issued by
Passport Office HQ
Passport posted to the
nominated address
Passport Photo Guideline
You can use the camera on your phone to take your new passport photo, at
no extra cost.
The system will indicate you have reached the baseline requirement for the
passport photo by advancing you to the next stage of the application.
The photo guidelines state:
1. You cannot take a selfie, as you need to be a bit further away than your
arms will reach
2. The zooming function should not be used, and
3. Stand in a well-lit area so there are no shadows on your face and use a
white wall as background.
Sample photo
Application
lodged
What you will need to apply online:
Digital passport photo
A valid email address
A credit or debit card
Passport book (simple renewals)
Printer (complex renewals and first time
applicants)
Check if you require to submit supporting documents Supporting documents
Simple Renewals
When the information on your passport is the same as
your previous passport
Complex Renewals
Changing information on your passport; or
Lost or stolen passport; or
Child applications
First Time applicants
First time applicant; or
Previous passport was issued more than 15 years ago
Documentary Requirements: https://www.dfa.ie/passports/documentary-requirements/
Once your passport has been dispatched, you can track it via
international post: Anpost or Australia Post
Guidelines for completing your application online
Application lodged
Passport Fees: Adult 10 yr - €75 / Child 5 yr €20 (€15 postage)
You will be directed to a new payment page
You can pay via credit/debit card
Verify your credit card details
Commence application by selecting the appropriate status of your passport
Upload your selected photo using your electronic device
Input personal details and current passport details for renewals
Confirm your details
You can use your personal computer or a smartphone
Your passport will be issued by the Passport Office in Ireland
To track the status of your application visit: https://passporttracking.dfa.ie
Simple renewals
You will receive an email from the online team
which will contain your application tracking
number
First time applicants, complex renewals
You will receive an email from the online team which will
contain your application tracking number and
instructions regarding verifying your identity and
submission of supporting documents.
Send supporting documents to the Passport Office in
Ireland. The postal address is listed on your coverpage.
Your original documents and new passport will be
returned to you separately via international registered
mail.
For current turnaround times and FAQ
https://www.dfa.ie/passports/turnaround-times/
https://www.dfa.ie/irish-consulate/sydney/passports/top-passport-questions/
