Information Pack for Australian Passport Application (PC8) – By Appointments Only

 1.Complete online application form (PC8)

• Please complete overseas passport application (PC8) only
• The application must be lodged within six months of completion.

 2. Photos

• Include minimum four passport photos, less than six month old. Refer to photo guidelines for more information.
• The back of two photos must be endorsed by the child’s guarantor, must be clear readable handwriting ‘This is a true photo of [the child’s full name in capital letters] and signed in black pen
• DO NOT attach the photos to the form as this may damage them.
• You may wish to get photos from suggested photo studios in Pakistan, however, “The Australian High Commission does not endorse any of the photo studios appearing in the list, provides no guarantees as to their quality and does not accept any liability if you choose to engage one of these photo studios”.

 3. Parents proof of identity

• Both parents’ identity documents that show their name, photo, signature and current address in Pakistan (i.e. both parents or those with parental responsibility for the child who signed section 17 on the application form)
  • Name changes: If the current names of either parent are different to how they appear on the child’s birth certificate, please include name change certificate or complete B11 General Declaration Form explaining the reason of name change
  • Current address: Please provide statement on B11 General Declaration Form if lodging parents’ photo ID do not contain current address.

 4. Print the application form

• Print the application on plain white A4 paper, using black ink only. Make sure the form has been printed in full and isn't cut off at the top or bottom of the page.
• Provide contact details on the form (including mailing address), for Pakistan.
• 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.

 5. Signing the 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.
• Children 10 years or older must provide a signature unless there is a medical reason or disability that prevents them from signing.

 6. Guarantor

• A non-Australian guarantor must sign section 11 of the application form. Remember the guarantor must also endorse the back of a passport photo by writing ‘This is a true photo of [the child’s full name]’ and signing in black pen.

• See: Non-Australian Guarantor List

 7. Consent

• Parental Consent is required for a child passport. Everyone who’s giving consent must sign section 15 of the form in front of a non-related witness.
• If any parent is in Australia: need to submit his/her consent to the nearest post or passport office at least a week before the scheduled appointment.
• If any parent is outside Pakistan: he/she need to submit his/her consent with a photo ID to the nearest Australian Mission overseas at least a week before the scheduled appointment.

• See:  Parental Responsibility and Consent

 8. Payment

• The preferred mode of payment for passport fee is either by credit/debit card or bank draft in Pakistani Rupees in favour of “Australian High Commission Official Account” for the exact payable amount. Fee in Pakistani Rupees may change due to variance in exchange rate, please re-confirm the fee with us at +92518355500 press option:2 or email at [email protected] before making the bank draft.
• Please visit Passport Fees Schedule for updated fee for the current month.

 9. Check the list of supporting documents

• List of documents for minor passport application
• List of documents for adult passport application (First time adult, Lost, Stolen, Damaged, Limited Validity Passport)

 10. Complete your application

  Have you included:

• Applicant’s complete printed and signed application form.
• Four (4) Passport photos including two properly endorsed by the guarantor.
• If any parent is outside Pakistan, has submitted his/her consent with photo ID to the nearest Australian Mission overseas or if in Australia, to the post or passport office at least a week before the scheduled appointment.
• Both parents signed the consent page, properly witnessed by a non-related person.
• Both parents passports/photo ID that show their name, photo, signature and current address in Pakistan.
• If paying passport fee via pay order/bank draft, make sure it is correctly issued in favour of “Australian High Commission Official Account” from any bank in Pakistan.

 11. How long will it take?

  Please note the following guidelines regarding the processing of in-person passport applications:

• Please allow a minimum of six weeks to receive a new passport from the day you lodge a complete passport application. The receipt will only be issued once the application is complete and processed. Incomplete applications will be placed on hold or returned due to insufficient documentation.
• While most passports are processed within six weeks, some complex cases may require additional time. There is no priority processing available in Pakistan.
• New passports will be dispatched via local courier service.

  PLEASE NOTE: incomplete applications will cause delays.

 12. How to access Diplomatic Enclave Islamabad

• Access to the diplomatic enclave in Islamabad, where the Australian High Commission (AHC) is located, has been restricted by the Pakistani Government for security reasons. Access is only possible after you have scheduled an appointment with the AHC.
• Visa Seeker Shuttle Service (VSSS) has an office and bus station located on the corner of Third Avenue (Quaid-e-Azam University Road) and Murree Road. Bus tickets are available for sale at this office. VSSS offer standard service at PKR 1,500.00 per person. (The shuttle service is managed by the Capital Development Authority, and the price is subject to change without notice). *There is no public parking near the AHC’s Passport and Consular section. Further information about this service can be obtained directly from VSSS office.
• The Google Location of VSSS: search for " Visa seeker shuttle service " on Google Maps.
• Please keep a print of the appointment confirmation email handy while attending the shuttle bus station and arrive at the shuttle bus station at least one hour before your scheduled appointment to allow time for security checks.
• If you are a person with disabilities and require assistance to access the Diplomatic Enclave or the Australian High Commission for your interview, please contact us at +92 51 8355500 and press option 2