It's probably one of the most annoying processes in Ireland and now it's about to get much easier.
According to a number of reports, from March 31st you'll be able to renew your passport online, as part of new plans set to be announced by the Department of Foreign Affairs.
In addition, this will now speed up the process for those of us who are waiting for the document to be updated.
Children and anyone applying for a Passport for the first time will have to apply via the old system.
Charlie Flanagan is expected to announce more details of the plans this week.
It comes amid reports that since Brexit the number of applications being processed has now reached an all time high.
Let's hope this new system will help avoid the last minute rush to the passport office.
