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.

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Australian passport photos must be 35×45mm with a plain white or light grey background. This free tool crops and resizes your photo to meet DFAT requirements — all processing happens on your device.

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Photo Requirements

Size: 35×45mm
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

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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.

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