Access to private areas of Parliament House is controlled electronically to ensure only people with authorised access can enter. Access is enabled by an Australian Parliament House (APH) Access Card (Access Card).

Eligibility and suitability requirements to obtain a 'pass' (Access Card) are outlined in the Australian Parliament House (APH) Private Area Access Policy.

If you require additional detailed information on Access Card and suite access, please read the Frequently Asked Questions. 

Applying for an APH Access Card

To apply for, or renew an Access Card, please:

1. complete one of the forms below - ensure that it is signed by yourself and the applicable Authorised Officer*.
   • APH Access Card Application form (PDF, 353 KB) (also for members of the Parliamentary Press Gallery)
   • APH Access Card Application form – Sponsored (PDF, 300 KB)
2. email the completed application form to the Security Pass Office via securitypass@aph.gov.au.

The Security Pass Office will contact you once the application has been processed to book an appointment (this can take up to 8 weeks). Remember to bring photographic identification with you to your appointment.

Authorised Officers*

Authorised Officers (otherwise known as Sponsors) can approve the issue of an Access Card enabling access to the private areas of Parliament House:

• The Authorised Officer or sponsor role is determined by the APH Private Area Access Policy.
• These roles can be nominated to persons who are at the Executive level 2 or higher (e.g. Chief of Staff, Director) by the primary Authorised Officer or Sponsor.
• These roles are audited regularly, and the primary Authorised Officer or Sponsor will be responsible for validation.

The Security Pass Office maintain the Authorised Officer register:

• To nominate an Authorised Officer use the Authorised Officer Nomination form.
• If you are unsure who your Authorised Officer is, contact the Security Pass Office on (02) 6277 5989 or securitypass@aph.gov.au.

Pass Office opening hours

The Pass Office is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 4:50 pm (excluding public holidays).

Location

The Pass Office is located on Ground Floor in the Marble Foyer. It is near the main front pass issue desk and adjacent to the main front public entrance.

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Lost Australian Parliament House Access Card

If your card is lost, damaged or stolen, report it immediately by either:

• emailing securitypass@aph.gov.au
• calling the Pass Office on (02) 6277 5989
• calling (02) 6277 5999 out of hours.

More information

For more information, contact the Pass Office by emailing securitypass@aph.gov.au, or calling (02) 6277 5989.