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Form 929: Change of contact and/or passport details
Form 929 is used to update your contact details and/or passport information with the Department of Home Affairs. This form should be submitted when your personal contact details change or when you obtain a new passport.
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Form Overview
Home Affairs Form 929 - Change of contact and/or passport details
Form 929 is used to update your contact details and/or passport information with the Department of Home Affairs. This form should be submitted when your personal contact details change or when you obtain a new passport.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Many people forget to update both contact and passport details when they have a new passport, which can cause significant processing delays.
- 2Outdated contact details leading to missed official communications
- 3Incorrect passport information causing travel issues
- 4Form not properly completed resulting in processing delays
- 5Failure to submit required documentation
Plain English
This form helps you keep your information up to date with the Australian government's immigration department. If you've moved house, changed your phone number or email, or gotten a new passport, you'll need to let them know using this form.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this form as soon as your contact details change or when you obtain a new passport. There is no specific deadline, but prompt submission helps avoid communication issues.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form only for updating contact details and/or passport information
- Do not use this form for name changes or other personal details
- If you're applying for a new visa, use the appropriate visa application form instead
- For citizenship applications, use Form 1300 or other citizenship-specific forms
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Use this form or another form?
Name change
Legal name changes require specific documentation
✓ Check if you need certified copies of your change of name certificate
Visa extension
Different visa types have different application forms
✓ Verify which form matches your visa subclass
Citizenship application
Citizenship has separate processes and requirements
✓ Ensure you meet eligibility criteria before applying
Permanent residency
PR applications have different requirements
✓ Check if you need to meet additional criteria like the relationship test
Deadline or filing window
There is no strict deadline for submitting this form, but it should be submitted as soon as your details change to avoid communication issues with the Department of Home Affairs.
Before you submit
- 1Complete all relevant sections of the form
- 2Provide current contact information
- 3Include passport details if updating passport information
- 4Attach required supporting documents
- 5Sign and date the form
- 6Keep a copy of your completed form
- 7Check that your ImmiAccount is up to date if submitting online
How to file this form
- 1Download the current version of Form 929 from the Department of Home Affairs website
- 2Complete the sections relevant to your changes (contact details and/or passport information)
- 3Gather required supporting documents (copies of ID, new passport if applicable)
- 4Submit through ImmiAccount, by mail, or in person at a designated office
- 5Keep a copy of your submission for your records
- 6Follow up if you don't receive confirmation within the expected timeframe
Known limitations
- 1This form cannot be used to change your legal name
- 2It doesn't cover visa subclass changes or extensions
- 3Limited to contact and passport details only
- 4May not be suitable for complex situations involving multiple visa holders
- 5Does not cover changes to representative or migration agent details
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
Applicant
3 items
Your name exactly as shown in your passport.
Your date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY).
Passport number, country of issue, and expiry date.
Contact
1 items
Current residential address, postal address, email, and phone number.
Request
1 items
The visa, citizenship, or sponsorship request this form relates to.
Evidence
1 items
Certified copies of identity and other documents required for the request.
Declaration
1 items
Declare that the information is true and correct, then sign and date.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Not confirmed in official source. The current version of Form 929 may have been updated recently. Always check the Department of Home Affairs website for the most current version.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the form version number matches the current version on the Department's website
- Check if any sections have been added, removed, or modified in the current version
- Confirm that document requirements haven't changed
- Ensure fees (if applicable) are up to date
- Check if online submission options have changed
Quick Facts
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Sources
- SRCForm name: Change of contact and/or passport details
- SRCForm number: 929
- SRCIssuing agency: Department of Home Affairs
- SRCPurpose: Updating personal information with immigration authorities
- SRCSubmission methods: ImmiAccount, mail, or in-person
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Current processing times
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific document requirements
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Any recent changes to the form
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with visa application forms
Not realizing both contact and passport details need updating
Uncertainty about which supporting documents are required
Not understanding the difference between updating details and applying for a new visa
Difficulty finding the current version of the form
Uncertainty about submission methods and processing times
Not knowing if changes affect existing visa conditions
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