The Department of Immigration and Emigration says that an online appointment system is being prepared for applications to obtain passports and that it will be launched soon.

It further said that currently there are 50,000 blank passports available and that a stock of 100,000 passports will be received in November with another 150,000 expected in December.

Currently, the department issues around 1,600 passports per day. Officials anticipate being able to gradually increase this number to meet growing demand starting in December.

Previous government’s statement said:

However, An online system is being prepared to allow applicants to book appointments for passport services. The department plans to implement this system soon to streamline the process.