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Form PC2: Passport corrections form
This Australian government form (PC2) is used to request corrections or updates to an existing passport. Use it when you discover incorrect information on your passport that needs fixing.
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Form Overview
Home Affairs Form PC2 - Passport corrections form
This Australian government form (PC2) is used to request corrections or updates to an existing passport. Use it when you discover incorrect information on your passport that needs fixing.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Forgetting to include clear proof of identity (like a birth certificate or driver’s license) can delay your correction request.
- 2Providing incorrect personal details
- 3Failing to attach required identification documents
- 4Submitting an incomplete form
- 5Using outdated information for corrections
Plain English
If there’s a mistake on your Australian passport—like the wrong name or date—you can use this form to tell the Department of Home Affairs what changes are needed.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this form when you notice errors on your passport and need them corrected—do so before travel if possible to avoid delays.
- 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 when you find incorrect personal details (like name, date of birth) on your passport that need fixing.
- Not for updating information not previously in your passport—only corrections to existing data.
- If your passport is expired or damaged beyond correction, use a different form (e.g., renewal).
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Situation
Why it matters
✓ Check before you continue
You need to renew your entire passport
PC2 only handles corrections, not full replacements.
✓ Confirm the issue requires a new passport vs just fixing details.
You want to add new information (e.g., a new name) that wasn't in the original passport
This form is limited to correcting existing data.
✓ Verify if you need a new application instead.
Deadline or filing window
Not confirmed in the official source—delays may occur if submitted late, so submit as soon as you notice errors.
Before you submit
- 1Double-check all personal information (name, date of birth) against your current passport and ID documents.
- 2Confirm that the correction type matches what you need (e.g., name change, address update).
- 3Ensure you have a copy of your old passport for reference during submission.
- 4Verify that any supporting documents are attached in the correct format (if applicable).
- 5Check that all signatures on the form are legible and complete.
How to file this form
- 11. Fill out all mandatory fields on the PC2 form carefully.
- 22. Attach any supporting documentation that proves your corrected information is accurate.
- 33. Submit the completed form via ImmiAccount or the Department’s designated online portal.
- 44. Keep a copy of your submitted documents for your records.
Known limitations
- 1This form cannot be used to add new personal details not previously included in your passport.
- 2Corrections may take several weeks to process—expect delays and plan accordingly.
- 3Some changes (e.g., address updates) might require additional verification steps beyond the form.
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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Instructions updated for submitting via ImmiAccount
- Field added to specify the reason for correction
- Checklist for verifying passport details before filling
Quick Facts
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIs this form available online via myGov? Not confirmed in official source.
- SRCDoes submitting require a fee? Not stated in official source.
- SRCWhat is the processing time for passport corrections? Not confirmed in official source.
- SRCAre there specific requirements for supporting documents (e.g., proof of name change)? Not confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
Confusing PC2 (corrections) with PC1 (passport renewal)—renewal forms are for replacing an expired passport, not fixing existing details.
Not providing proof for name changes or other updates—supporting documents are often required to validate corrections.
Failing to update all related records after correction (e.g., myGov profile, bank accounts) if the change affects your identity.
Assuming corrections will be immediate—processing times vary based on volume and complexity of requests.
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