Mailed in passport applications (child renewals - PC8)

 1. Complete the application form (PC8) online

• The application must be lodged within six months of completion.

 2. Photos

Include minimum two passport photos, less than six months old. Refer to photo guidelines for more information.

• The back of one photo must be endorsed by the child’s guarantor, writing ‘This is a true photo of [the child’s full name]’ and signed in black pen.
• DO NOT attach the photos to the form as this may damage them
• Ensure ink from the endorsed photo does not transfer to the unendorsed photo

 3. Parents proof of identity

• Photocopies of both parents’ identity documents that show their name, photo, and signature (i.e. both parents or those with parental responsibility for the child who signed section 17 on the application form)
• Evidence of parent’s current address in Thailand (e.g. utilities bill, phone bill, lease agreement that shows name and address)
  • Photocopies should be good quality, and black and white or colour photocopies are acceptable. 
  • Name changes: If the current names of either parent are different to how they appear on the child’s birth certificate, please include certified copies* of documents that explain the change of name.

*Certified copies can be taken by the guarantor (step 6). They should write on the photocopy "this is a true copy of the original document presented to me", with their full name, occupation or Australian passport number and the date signed. Certified copies must be of good quality and may be presented in either colour or black and white. This is only necessary if there are any changes in parental circumstances, such as a name change. 

 4. Print the application form

• Print the child renewal application on plain white A4 paper, using blank ink only. Make sure the form has been printed in full and isn't cut off at the top or bottom of the page.
• 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 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.
  • Acceptable Guarantor Occupations - Thailand

 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 witness.
  • See Parental responsibility and consent

 8. Payment

• Complete the payment authorisation form (PDF)
• You can view more information on Passport Fees here

 9. Check the child renewal checklist

• Before posting your application, review the child renewal checklist.

 10. Post your application

• Post your application to the Embassy in Bangkok or Consulate-General in Phuket via the local postal system (registered post is recommended).
• You CANNOT submit your application in person without an appointment.

 Post your application here:

 (Bangkok / Chiang Mai)

  Consular Services Section – Passport Services

  Australian Embassy Bangkok

  181 Soi Arun McKinnon

  Wireless Road, Lumphini, Pathumwan

  Bangkok 10330

  (Phuket)

  Consular Services Section – Passport Services

  Australian Consulate-General Phuket

  6th Floor, CCM Complex

  77/77 Chalermprakiat Rama 9 Road (Bypass Road)

  Phuket  83000  

  Have you included:

• Your printed and signed application form
• Passport photos
• Photocopies of both parents proof of identity showing name, photo, signature
• Photocopies of both parents' current address (utilities bills, bank statements, etc.)
• A self-addressed A5 or A4 envelope (postage stamps not required)
• Completed payment authorisation form

 11. 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.
• We will post your new passport out to you via registered post (in-person collection is NOT available for mailed in applications)

           PLEASE NOTE: incomplete applications will cause delays.