New zealand passport renewal form

To renew your New Zealand passport, you'll need to fill out the correct form and provide the required documents. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you through the process:

Form: You'll need to fill out the "Application for a New Zealand Passport" form (INZ 1173). You can download the form from the Immigration New Zealand website or pick one up from a passport office or a New Zealand embassy or consulate.

Eligibility: Before you start, make sure you're eligible to renew your passport. You can renew your passport if:

• Your current passport is due to expire or has already expired
• You're a New Zealand citizen or a dual citizen
• You're 16 years or older (if you're under 16, you'll need to apply for a child's passport)

Required documents:

• Your current passport (if it's still valid)
• Proof of citizenship (e.g., birth certificate, citizenship certificate, or a valid New Zealand passport)
• Proof of identity (e.g., driver's license, state-issued ID, or a valid New Zealand passport)
• Proof of name change (if your name has changed since your last passport was issued)
• One recent passport-sized photo that meets the requirements

Filling out the form:

1. Fill out the application form (INZ 1173) carefully and accurately. Make sure to sign it in the presence of a witness or a passport officer.
2. Provide your current contact details, including your address, phone number, and email address.
3. List your travel plans and any upcoming trips you have planned.
4. If you've changed your name since your last passport was issued, provide proof of the name change (e.g., a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or a court order).

Submission:

1. Submit your application form, supporting documents, and passport photo to a passport office or a New Zealand embassy or consulate.
2. You can also submit your application online through the Immigration New Zealand website, but you'll need to visit a passport office or a New Zealand embassy or consulate to have your photo taken and your application verified.

Processing time:

• Standard processing time: 10-15 working days
• Priority processing time: 3-5 working days (additional fee applies)

Fees:

• Adult passport (16 years or older): NZD $180 (approximately USD $115)
• Child passport (under 16): NZD $90 (approximately USD $57)
• Priority processing fee: NZD $100 (approximately USD $65)

Tips:

• Make sure to fill out the form carefully and accurately to avoid delays.
• Provide all required documents and photos to ensure your application is processed smoothly.
• If you're applying online, make sure to upload clear and recent photos that meet the requirements.

Remember to check the Immigration New Zealand website for any updates or changes to the passport renewal process.