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Australia Passport Photo Size and Requirements

Make an Australian passport photo online. Correct 35x45mm size at 413x531 pixels, plain white or light grey background, prepared free and privately in your browser.

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How to use Australia Passport Photo

  1. 1Upload a clear, front-facing photo taken against a plain white or light grey background.
  2. 2Drag to frame your head within the 35×45mm crop guide.
  3. 3The photo is sized to exactly 413×531px at 300 DPI.
  4. 4Download your print-ready passport photo — nothing is uploaded.

Features

  • 35x45mm portrait format, 413x531 pixels at 300 dpi.
  • Plain white or light grey background with even lighting.
  • Head height (chin to crown) between 32mm and 36mm.
  • Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible.
  • No glasses unless medically required, with no glare or reflections.
  • Taken within the last 6 months, sharp and in colour.

Australia passport photo size & rules

Australian passport photos use the 35x45mm format, equal to 413x531 pixels at 300 dpi. The Australian Passport Office, part of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), asks that the face fills a specific proportion of the frame: the height of the head from chin to crown should be between 32mm and 36mm. Getting the head too small is the most frequent cause of rejection, so the crop needs to be generous around the face without cutting off the top of the head.

The background must be plain white or light grey with even lighting and no shadows behind or beside the head. Face the camera directly with a neutral expression, mouth closed and eyes open, and make sure your face is not tilted or turned. Australia is relatively strict about glasses: they should be removed unless required for medical reasons, and there must be no reflection, glare, or frames covering the eyes. Head coverings are only accepted for religious or medical reasons, and the full face must remain visible from the bottom of the chin to the top of the forehead.

Pixohub formats your Australian passport photo to 413x531 pixels entirely in your browser, so the image is never uploaded, giving you genuine privacy for a sensitive document, and the tool is free. DFAT and the Australian Passport Office update their photo standards periodically, and quality checks at lodgement can be rigorous. Always confirm the current requirements on passports.gov.au before you print or submit, so a minor detail does not hold up your application.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Australian passport photo size?

It is 35x45mm (35mm wide, 45mm tall), or 413x531 pixels at 300 dpi, with the head measuring 32-36mm from chin to crown.

What background colour does Australia require?

A plain white or light grey background with no shadows or patterns. Even, diffuse lighting is important to avoid shadows behind the head.

Can I wear glasses in an Australian passport photo?

Glasses should be removed unless you need them for medical reasons. If worn, your eyes must be visible with no glare, reflection, or frames blocking them.

Do I need to check the official requirements?

Yes. The Australian Passport Office updates its rules periodically. Verify the current standards at passports.gov.au before submitting your photo.

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