Visit the official passport authority website in your country
Open the passport status or application tracking page
Enter your application number or reference number
Enter your date of birth or other required details
Submit the form to view your status
Check your email or SMS for status updates if you registered for notifications
Contact the passport office or helpline if the online status is unavailable
Use the official mobile app if your passport authority provides one
Keep your receipt or acknowledgment number ready for tracking
Verify that you are using the correct official government portal