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Notice

From 2 May 2025, passport and travel document fees have changed. See the Department of Internal Affairs media release for details.

The online service will be unavailable from 7am to 9pm on Sunday 11 May (NZST) while we complete a planned system upgrade. You will be unable to apply for a passport online during this time.

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