I need to apply for my first Australian passport as an adult. Please navigate to the 'How to get an adult passport' section. Summarize the four main steps involved, specifically detailing: how to obtain the application form, the types of original documents required (including identity and citizenship proof), the role and requirements for a referee or guarantor (distinguishing between online and paper applications), and where and how to lodge the application.
Navigate to 'passports.gov.au'. Click on the 'How it works' link. Click on the 'Adult passports' or 'How to get an adult passport' link. Extract information for 'Step 1: Gather original documents and two passport photos', focusing on document types. Extract information for 'Step 2: Ask someone to be your referee or guarantor', noting the distinction for online vs. paper applications. Extract information for 'Step 3: Fill in your application', detailing how to obtain the form. Extract information for 'Step 4: Lodge your application and pay the fee', specifying the lodging location and requirements. Synthesize all gathered information into a comprehensive summary of the four steps.
The agent successfully navigates to the 'How to get an adult passport' page. The summary clearly outlines 'Step 1' by stating that original documents for Australian citizenship, place of birth/gender confirmation, identity (photo, signature, address), and any name/gender change documents are required, along with two passport photos. The summary clearly outlines 'Step 2' by explaining that a referee (for online applications) or a guarantor (for paper applications) is needed, and they must be an adult Australian citizen, known for over a year, and not a relative or cohabitant. The summary clearly outlines 'Step 3' by stating that application forms are available online for printing, or blank forms can be collected from a participating Australia Post outlet. The summary clearly outlines 'Step 4' by stating that the application must be lodged in person at a participating Australia Post outlet, bringing the printed form, photos, and original documents.