Holders of the electronic ID card can have their France Identite digital identity certified at the consulate, giving a high-assurance online identity for French public services. The certification step is done in person with a QR code from the app.
Where to apply in Australia
Consulates-General in Sydney and Melbourne and the consular agencies in Perth and Brisbane.
Walk-in hours: Sydney Mon-Thu 12:00-12:20 and Fri 9:00-12:00; Melbourne Mon-Thu 14:00-16:00; Perth Mon-Thu 14:00-16:30; Brisbane Mon/Wed 15:00-16:00 and Tue/Thu/Fri 12:00-13:00.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of France.
How to apply
Install the France Identite app and follow the steps until a QR code appears (new card: after receiving the activation link; existing card: connect via FranceConnect) | present the QR code at the consulate during walk-in hours | expect a notification within two days with a 72-hour activation link
Documents you need
- Electronic national identity card
- Smartphone with the France Identite app
Fees and processing time
The official pages do not publish a fee for this service. Ask the office before you apply.
Good to know
Page updated 27 May 2026. No fee mentioned.
Official sources
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by France'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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- Birth declaration or transcription
- Certificate of registration / residence and change of residence
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- Death declaration or transcription
- Declaration of loss or theft of French documents
- Emergency passport
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- French visa (France-Visas)
- Laissez-passer (single-journey travel document)
- Life certificate for pensions
- Marriage: capacity certificate, banns and transcription
- National identity card (CNIe)
- PACS registration
- Passport application or renewal (in person)
- Registration on the register of French nationals abroad
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