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Germany: Lost passport and travel permit in lieu of passport in Australia

  • Appointment Required
  • Apply by post Not accepted
  • Checked 24 October 2026

German citizens whose passport is lost or stolen in Australia can obtain a one-way Reiseausweis als Passersatz for a direct flight to Germany, valid for up to a month. Same-day issue is possible if certified copies of the lost ID exist.

Where to apply in Australia

Embassy Canberra (ACT) and Consulate General Sydney (NSW); outside hours emergency issue is possible in those two cities.

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

How to apply

Report the loss to the police and obtain the report or case number | complete the loss report and the adult or minor application form | attend the mission with photos and any other ID, during opening hours or by appointment | check with the airline if there is a layover

Documents you need

Fees and processing time

Processing time: Same day possible with certified copies of the lost ID; otherwise identity must be checked by the registration office in Germany.

Good to know

Valid only for direct travel to Germany. Fees are set in euro and converted to AUD at the mission's rate (rounded to AUD 0.50); cash only in AUD; Canberra and Sydney take Visa/Mastercard physical cards only (fees page, no date shown, copyright 2026).

Official sources

Check before you apply

This page summarises information published by Germany'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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