Renew or replace your adult passport

Renewing an adult New Zealand passport costs $215. Adult passports are valid for 10 years.

Passport timeframes:

For current passport processing timeframes, visit the passports website.

Renew your adult passport

You can apply online if you want to:

• renew or replace a current or expired passport
• change your name or gender on your passport
• replace a lost, stolen or damaged passport.

To renew your passport online you must be aged 16 or older and have a:

• passport already, even if it’s expired, lost, stolen or damaged
• RealMe login — if you don't have one, you can create one during the online application
• passport photo
• identity referee
• credit, debit or Prezzy® card.

If you need to travel urgently

If you need to travel in a hurry you can apply to have your passport renewed urgently. It costs $430 and is processed within 3 working days.

Other ways to apply

The fastest way to apply for your passport is online – no paper, postage or visits to the office needed. Paper applications can take longer as they need extra processing.

If you do need to apply by post or in person, go to Apply for a New Zealand passport and look for the PDF form under 'Other ways to apply' at the bottom of the page.

Who to contact for more help

If you need more help or have questions about the information or services on this page, contact the following agency.

• Passports office Contact and agency details