Interstate & International Matters

Using modern technology we assist many people who live interstate or overseas.

We have experience in overseas child abduction and property matters. If you fear that a child may be removed from Australia we can assist you to obtain a passport watch. If a child has been removed from Australia, or brought here, without your consent we can take action under the Family Law Child Abduction Convention if they are living in a Convention country.

Can my partner get a passport for our child without my permission?

In Australia, both parents must sign an application for a passport. If your child does not already have a passport and you are concerned that your partner may try to obtain a passport without your permission you should make a "Child Alert Request" to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. A Child Alter Request is a warning to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade that you wish to be notified if any application for a passport is made in your child's name. An Alert Request will remain valid for 12 months. The necessary forms can be completed online via www.passports.gov.au/Web/child_alert.aspx.

If your child already has a passport and you are concerned that your partner will remove the child from Australia please see above.

This website provides information only and is not a substitute for legal advice.