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Australia Passport Photo: 35x45 mm Size and Rules

An Australian passport photo is 35x45 mm (1.38 x 1.77 in) with the head measuring 32-36 mm from chin to crown on a plain white or light grey background. You submit 2 printed photos, taken within the last 6 months.

  • 35×45 mm
  • White
  • Rules checked October 5, 2026
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  • Face the camera, keep your head straight and your mouth closed.
  • Stand about 1 m from a plain wall in soft, even light. No shadows on the face.
  • Ask someone else to take it from eye level. Shoulders should be visible.
  • Remove glasses, hats and hair from the face. Religious head coverings are allowed if the face is fully visible.
  • For a baby, lay them on a plain white sheet and photograph from straight above.

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Fit your face inside the oval. Better: ask someone to take the photo with the back camera.

Australia Passport photo requirements

Official rules summarised. Source: Australian Passport Office. Official page

Photo size
35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in)
Resolution
300 DPI
Head height (chin to crown)
32–36 mm
Background
White
Glasses
Not allowed
Expression
Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open
Head covering
Only for religious reasons, face fully visible
Printed copies
2
Submission
Printed photo

Accepted sizes 35-40 mm wide x 45-50 mm high, chin to crown 32-36 mm; dye-sublimation print on heavy glossy paper (min 200 gsm), not inkjet. Glasses only for medical reasons; under 6 months old.

Correct and incorrect examples

  • CorrectCentred, neutral, even light

  • Too closeHead fills the frame

  • Head tiltedKeep your head level

  • ShadowsLight from one side

  • GlassesReflections hide the eyes

  • SmilingMouth must be closed

  • Hair over the eyesEyes and eyebrows must be visible

  • Busy backgroundUse a plain, light wall

Australian passport photo rules in plain words

The Australian Passport Office accepts photos from 35-40 mm wide and 45-50 mm high; 35x45 mm (1.38 x 1.77 in) at 300 DPI is the usual choice. The head must measure 32-36 mm from chin to crown. The background should be plain white or light grey with no shadows.

  • Copies: 2 printed photos.
  • Age of photo: under 6 months old.
  • Glasses: not allowed, except for medical reasons.
  • Head covering: religious only, with the face fully visible.

How to take the photo at home with a phone

Stand in front of a plain white or light grey wall, a short distance away so your head does not cast a shadow on it. Use even window light from the front. Hold the phone at eye level, look straight at the lens and keep a neutral expression with your mouth closed and both eyes open.

  • Take off your glasses unless you need them for medical reasons.
  • Keep your hair away from your face.
  • Take several shots and choose the sharpest, evenly lit one.

IDPhotoly processes the image in your browser without uploading it, crops it to the right proportions, replaces the background and checks the head size against the 32-36 mm range.

Common reasons Australian passport photos are rejected

  • Inkjet or office printing. The office expects a dye-sublimation print on heavy glossy paper of at least 200 gsm, not an inkjet print.
  • Head too large or too small. The chin-to-crown measurement must be 32-36 mm.
  • Glasses worn. Glasses are only accepted for medical reasons.
  • Old photo. The photo must be under 6 months old.
  • Shadows or a patterned background. The background must be plain white or light grey.

Printing the photo

This is a printed-photo application, so the print quality matters as much as the framing. Download the file from IDPhotoly and take it to a photo lab that can produce a dye-sublimation print on heavy glossy paper (minimum 200 gsm). Order 2 identical prints, because the application needs 2 photos. A home inkjet printer is not suitable.

Tips for a clean result

Look straight at the camera, keep your shoulders level and avoid tilting your head. Do not use filters or beauty modes, since the photo must show your natural appearance. Once the compliance check passes, avoid resizing the file again.

Payment is one-time, and you receive a full refund if an authority rejects the photo.

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Frequently asked questions

What size is an Australian passport photo?

The Passport Office accepts 35-40 mm wide by 45-50 mm high, with the head measuring 32-36 mm from chin to crown. The common choice is 35x45 mm.

How many photos do I need?

You need 2 printed photos.

Can I print the photo on an inkjet printer?

No. The photo should be a dye-sublimation print on heavy glossy paper of at least 200 gsm, not an inkjet print.

Can I wear glasses?

Glasses are only allowed for medical reasons.

What background colour is required?

The background must be plain white or light grey.

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Page updated October 5, 2026. Requirements can change. Always check the official page before you apply.