Biometric passport (renewal or first issue) – Algeria in Australia

Algerians registered at the embassy apply for a biometric passport. The application is lodged first for checking, then an appointment is booked and the photo is taken at the embassy.

Where to apply in Australia

Embassy of Algeria, 29 Cobbadah Street, O'Malley, Canberra (ACT); serves Australia, New Zealand, Timor-Leste and South Pacific countries. Counter hours 9:00-15:00 weekdays (per contact page).

Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Algeria.

How to apply

Register at the embassy | lodge the application and documents for checking | book an appointment by phone (02 6286 7355 or 6286 7818, 9:30-14:30) | attend, photo taken digitally | passport returned in the prepaid envelope

Documents you need

Expired passport
Copy of valid consular registration card
Signed application form
Annex form (married applicants)
Original 12S birth certificate
Proof of blood type (first biometric)
Proof of residency (visa, citizenship certificate or Australian/NZ passport)
Proof of address
Four passport photos
Proof of employment or study
Parental authorisation form (minors)
Registered or express self-addressed envelope

Fees and processing time

Official fee: adults AUD 120 or USD 75; minors and students AUD 60 or USD 37.50; parental authorisation form AUD 5; cash

Good to know

Page shows no date. Processing time not published. Lost or stolen passport: police report, lost-document declaration (AUD 5) and an additional AUD 200 penalty. Damaged: explanatory letter. National ID cards are no longer issued by the embassy (see separate entry).

Official sources

Check before you apply

This page summarises information published by Algeria's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.

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Algeria: Biometric passport (renewal or first issue) in Australia