Last Updated on April 17, 2025 by Tracey Roberts
If you are a British citizen and your passport is set to expire within the next six months, you will need to renew it before it expires. You may be wondering if you need to visit the British Embassy in Melbourne in order to do this. In this blog post, we will answer that question for you and provide additional information on renewing your UK passport.
Overseas UK Passport Renewals from Melbourne now done online
British citizens living in Australia can now renew their passports without having to visit the British embassy in Melbourne, thanks to a new online service.
British citizens living in Australia are no longer be able to renew their passports at the British embassy in Melbourne from October 2019 onwards. The British embassy in Melbourne now only offer limited services, as detailed below.
The only way to renew your passport is online if you are a UK citizen living in Melbourne.
Read our guide to find out more about UK Passport renewal in Australia.
About British Consulate-General in Melbourne, Australia
The British Consulate in Melbourne runs an inclusive range of consular services to local, British, and international citizens in Australia.
According to their website, the British Consulate in Melbourne supports Australian citizens through its consular services, if they:
- Need general or specific info regarding British economy, culture, sports, education and more
- Need information regarding requirements and process of getting British Citizenship
- Specific contacts and information in United Kingdom
- Want to apply and obtain British Visa
If you need to visit the British embassy in Melbourne for one of the aforementioned services, you can find more information here.
The British embassy in Melbourne no longer offers a passport renewal service from October 2019 onwards. British citizens living in Australia will need to renew their passports online only.
Rising Demand for UK Passport Renewals Among British Citizens in Australia
The demand for UK passport renewals among British citizens residing in Australia has been on the rise. According to the UK government’s official data, there has been a significant increase in overseas passport applications in recent years. In 2024 alone, nearly 8 million UK passports were issued, reflecting the growing need for passport services among expatriates.
This surge underscores the importance of understanding the renewal process and timelines, especially for those living abroad. While the standard processing time for UK passport renewals from overseas is approximately 3 to 4 weeks, it’s advisable to apply well in advance of any planned travel to account for potential delays. Insidermedia.com
For British citizens in Australia, it’s important to note that visiting the British Embassy in Melbourne is not required for passport renewal. The process can be completed online, providing a convenient and efficient way to ensure your travel documents are up to date.
How to Renew Your British Passport Online
If you are a British citizen living in Melbourne, and your passport is set to expire soon, you can renew it online through U.K.ABROAD. You can also replace a lost/ stolen/ damaged passport online.
To renew your British passport online, you will need to:
- have a valid email address
- have a credit or debit card to pay the renewal fee
- have your current/ expired UK passport details (if available)
- take a digital passport photo that complies with HMPO’s strict standards
Once you have all of the required information, you can begin the passport renewal process by visiting U.K.ABROAD and following the instructions on the website.
Simply click here to get your UK passport renewal started.
The procedure for renewing a British passport from Australia has never been simpler. Follow these instructions and your new passport will be ready in no time.
- Fill out our simple online application form. This form is specially made for British passport renewals in Australia. Start your online application by clicking here.
- Complete your secure online payment using a debit or credit card. Stripe is the world’s most secure payment gateway, and our payments are powered by it.
- One of our experienced British passport consultants will check your forms & documents and finish the application on your behalf.
- We arrange safe & fast shipment of documents to the relevant government office in the UK.
- Your new British Passport is delivered directly to your doorstep in Australia via our reliable, registered courier.
FAQs Answered
Can I renew my British passport in Melbourne?
British citizens will no longer be able to renew their passports at the British embassy in Melbourne from October 2019 onwards. British citizens living in Australia will now need to renew their passports online only. Click here to renew your UK passport online from Melbourne.
Can I still visit the British consulate in Melbourne?
Yes, the British consulate in Melbourne is still open. However, it now only offers limited services. For more information, please visit their website.
Do I need to renew my British passport if I’m living in Australia?
Yes, British citizens need to renew their passports every ten years regardless of where they are living.
If your passport is set to expire soon, you can renew it online through U.K.ABROAD.
What is the British consulate in Melbourne?
The British consulate in Melbourne is responsible for providing consular services to British, Australian and international citizens in Australia.
How do I contact the British Embassy?
Visit the British Consulate-General in Melbourne, Australia: 17th Floor, 90 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000, Victoria, Australia, Melbourne.
Or call: +61 (0)3 9652 1600
About U.K.ABROAD
U.K.ABROAD is a British passport renewal, replacement or application service that helps British citizens living abroad receive their passports quickly and easily. We provide British passport holders with everything they need to renew their passports from the comfort of their own homes.
If you need to renew your British passport, simply click here to get started.
Operating independently since 2008, we have helped thousands of British citizens with their UK passport renewals, replacements and applications.
Great service from U.K.ABROAD. Seamless process with everything explained step by step. Your passport and docs are picked up from your preferred location and managed back to the UK. My new passport took 3 weeks and was sent securely back along with my old one. Big thanks to Robyn for all her help! -Emma ONeill. Click here to read more verified reviews.
Conclusion:
We hope this blog post has helped answer your question: do I need to visit the British Embassy in Melbourne to renew my UK passport? As you can see, the answer is no- British citizens living in Australia can now only renew their passports online.
Contact U.K.ABROAD for fast & easy British passport applications, renewals or replacements from within the UK, or abroad.
