Photo Requirements

• Size: 35×45mm (413×531 px at 300 DPI)
• Resolution: 300 DPI minimum
• Background: plain white or light grey
• Format: JPEG, taken within the last 6 months
• Full face visible, neutral expression, eyes open

How to Use This Tool

1. Upload a front-facing photo with good lighting.
2. Zoom and move in until the face oval guide aligns with your face.
3. Click Center Face to auto-position the crop, then Straighten to level your eyes.
4. Make final adjustments — drag the image and fine-tune the tilt if needed.
5. Click Apply, then optionally Remove Background for a clean white backdrop.
6. Open the Photo Analysis panel — it checks eye openness, expression, and head tilt and offers hints for anything that needs correcting before you download.
7. Download your ready-to-submit passport photo.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is an Australian passport photo?

Australian passport photos must be 35mm wide and 45mm tall, printed at 300 DPI minimum.

What background colour is required?

A plain white or light grey background with no patterns, shadows, or other people.

Can I take my own passport photo in Australia?

Yes, provided it meets the DFAT guidelines. Use good natural lighting, a plain background, and upload here to resize and crop it correctly.

How is the head height measured in an Australian passport photo?

The head (from chin to crown of skull, not including hair) must be between 32mm and 36mm tall in the 45mm-high photo frame. The face must be centred and fill roughly 70–80% of the height.

Is a light grey background acceptable for Australian passports?

Yes. Australian passports accept a plain white or plain light grey background. The background must be uniform with no shadows, patterns, or other people visible.

What is the pixel size of an Australian passport photo?

An Australian passport photo at 300 DPI is 413×531 pixels (35×45mm). The head height (chin to crown) must be 32–36mm within the frame.