Australia Post Keypass identity card
| Australia Post Keypass identity card | |
|---|---|
 Sample of an Australia Post Keypass Identity Card | |
| Type | Photo card |
| Issued by | Australia Post |
| Purpose | Identification |
| Eligibility | Minimum age 17 years and 11 months |
| Expiration | 5 years |
| Cost | $39.95 (adult)
$29.95 (concession) $25 (NT resident) |
The Australia Post Keypass identity card was a photo identity card issued by Australia Post and can be used by people who do not have an Australian drivers licence or identity photo card, or for those who would prefer not to carry around a passport to prove their identity for safety and/or wear/tear reasons. It can additionally be used in a situation in which multiple proofs of ID are required, such as when opening a bank account. [1] To apply, you must be aged 17 years and 11 months, although you won't be able to use the card until you are 18.
An under 18 Keypass used to be offered but this is no longer available as of 2022.[2]
Australia Post claims that the card can be used as proof of identity in all states. It is a legitimate form of ID and is technically acceptable as proof of ID when entering licensed (alcohol-serving) venues or buying from packaged liquor stores and tobacco vendors. One key advantage of Keypass, unlike most identity photo cards and driver licences, is the card can be issued to visitors to Australia.
Digital Keypass 18+ is also available on a smart phone through Australia Post Digital iD.[3]
The cost of the Australia Post Keypass ID Card is as follows:
Regular price: $39.95
Concession: $29.95 (eligible government concession cards must be cited)
NT Resident: $25.00
Australia Post stopped issuing new Keypass ID from 30 June 2023. Keypass ID issued before the date will continue to be valid until their expiry.[4]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Apply for a Keypass ID". Australia Post. 16 June 2023. Archived from the original on 9 June 2023.
- ^ "Application for Keypass". keypass.forms.decipha.auspost. Retrieved 5 February 2023.
- ^ "Use Digital iD™ in Person". www.digitalid.com. Retrieved 14 March 2019.
- ^ "Apply for a Keypass in Digital iD".