Adult standard
NZD $247.00
New Zealand Passport Renewal 2026
NZ Passport Renewal 2026
Check the current passport renewal cost, standard and urgent processing times, photo and referee requirements, and the official online renewal link.
Official sources checked: 17 September 2026 at 10:55 am NZST · refreshes every 7 days
Standard adult passportNZD $247.00Courier delivery is additional.
Quick answer
NZ passport renewal cost and time at a glance
A standard adult passport currently costs NZD $247.00 plus courier delivery. Allow at least 4 weeks (20 working days) for standard processing plus delivery. Urgent adult service costs NZD $494.00 and aims for 3 working days.
Current fees
NZ passport renewal cost 2026
Child standard
NZD $144.00
Adult urgent
NZD $494.00
Timing
NZ passport processing time 2026
Standard processing
Allow at least 4 weeks (20 working days), then add delivery time.
Urgent processing
NZ Passports aims to process urgent applications within 3 working days, depending on demand and checks.
Checklist
What you need to renew an NZ passport
Passport photo
A recent compliant digital passport photo. Selfies are rejected and photos must meet the official technical rules.
Identity referee
An eligible referee aged 16+ who has known you for more than one year and meets NZ Passports requirements.
Previous details and payment
Your previous passport details if applicable, payment method and delivery information.
Official application
Renew your New Zealand passport online
NZ Passports says online is the fastest way for most citizens to apply or renew.
Renew NZ passport on the official site ↗Sources
Official New Zealand passport sources
FAQs
NZ passport renewal questions
How much does it cost to renew an NZ passport in 2026?
The current standard adult passport fee in New Zealand is NZD $247.00, plus courier delivery. Urgent adult service is NZD $494.00.
How long does an NZ passport renewal take?
NZ Passports currently says to allow at least 4 weeks (20 working days) for standard processing, plus delivery time. Urgent applications aim for 3 working days.
Can I renew my New Zealand passport online?
Yes. NZ Passports says the fastest and easiest way for most citizens to renew is online.
What do I need to renew my NZ passport?
You generally need a compliant passport photo, an identity referee, previous passport details if applicable, a payment method and delivery details.
How much is urgent NZ passport renewal?
The current urgent adult passport fee is NZD $494.00, plus delivery. Urgent processing aims for 3 working days, subject to demand and required checks.