Australia Passport Photo Size & Free Maker — 35×45 mm

Photo Dimensions & Positioning

Photo size35 × 45 mm

Face height (chin to crown)32 – 36 mm

BackgroundPlain white or light

Rules & Guidelines

ExpressionNeutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed. Required for anyone over 3 years old.

GlassesNot allowed unless you cannot remove them for medical reasons. Vision impairment alone is not an acceptable reason.

Head coveringReligious head coverings allowed if plain (no patterns). Must show entire face from chin to forehead.

LightingUniform lighting with appropriate brightness and contrast showing natural skin tone.

Print qualityHeavy-weight glossy paper, minimum 200gsm. Dye sublimation prints only (not inkjet).

RecencyLess than 6 months old.

Children & Infants

Children under 3 may have mouth open. No one else can be visible in the photo.

Additional Requirements

Submit 2 identical good-quality colour photos.
Face centred, looking straight at camera.
Edges of face clearly visible.
No retouching (removing moles, wrinkles, scars).
No shadows or reflections.
Head not tilted in any direction.
Hair must not obscure edges of face.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Inkjet printed photo — Australia requires dye sublimation printing on 200gsm+ glossy paper.

❌ Face edges obscured — Hair, head covering, or shadows must not hide any edge of face.

❌ Wearing glasses — Unlike most countries, even prescription glasses are not allowed unless medically necessary.

❌ Retouched photo — No digital retouching allowed, even to remove blemishes.

Official Source

Government website https://www.passports.gov.au/help/passport-photos ↗

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Australia Passport Photo — FAQ

What size is a Australia passport photo?

35×45 mm. Face height: 32–36 mm. Background: Plain white or light.

Can I take a Australia passport photo at home?

Yes. Use a plain plain white or light backdrop, even lighting, and a neutral expression, then use the PassportSnap free maker to crop and resize to 35×45 mm exactly.

What file format does Australia require?

JPEG, max no specific limit. PassportSnap exports a JPEG sized to your country’s exact pixel and file-size limits.

Are glasses allowed in Australia passport photos?

Not allowed unless you cannot remove them for medical reasons. Vision impairment alone is not an acceptable reason.

Are head coverings allowed?

Religious head coverings allowed if plain (no patterns). Must show entire face from chin to forehead.

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