The passport is the official identification document during an exchange in Australia. However, to avoid possible loss, damage or other problems related to registration while in the country, students can issue an identity card to use in everyday situations, such as proof of age.
Each Australian state has its own expedition system, so it is necessary for the exchange student to apply at the place of residence. See below where to apply and the requirements of the main regions:
You will need
- Application form;
- Original passport;
- Another original document that shows your full name and address, such as a bank letter, proof of school enrollment or school ID card;
- Payment of AUD $54 for five years or AUD $96 for 10 years.
To apply:
- Print out and fill in the form above;
- Gather and bring the necessary original documents;
- Visit your nearest center.
You will need:
- Application form. Find the center nearest you that offers this form here;
- Original passport;
- Another original document that shows your full name and address, such as a bank letter, proof of school enrollment or school ID card;
- Payment of the AUD $10 fee.
To apply:
- Fill in the "Application for a Proof of Age card" form.
- Gather and bring the necessary original documents;
- Sign the applicant's declaration in the presence of an authorized person. The authorized person will check the two documents you have provided as proof of identity and then complete and sign the 'Authorised person's declaration';
- Go to a authorized agency to take a photograph (some small agencies require you to provide your own photo), fill in the application form and pay the application fee. Take your identification documents with you, as the person from the agency is also obliged to check your documents and also sign the application form where indicated.
You will need:
- Application form;
- Passport;
- Two original documents showing your full name and address, such as a bank letter, proof of school enrollment or school ID card;
- Payment of the AUD $69 fee.
To apply:
- Visit a Transport Service Center, one of PQueensland Government Agencies Program or a police station;
- Fill in the form indicated;
- Gather and bring the necessary original documents.
You will need:
- Application form;
- Five documents that prove who you are. See the list of accepted documents here;
- Payment of AUD$ 44.
To apply:
- Visit a Driver and Vehicle Service Center or Regional Agent;
- Gather and bring the necessary original documents;
- Take a photo on the spot.
To find out about the application process for other states, see here.
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