Australia
AustraliaAustralia citizenship (paper) photo size
35 × 45 mm · Light grey or plain white · Taken within the last 6 months
Requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) — 35–40 × 45–50 mm accepted |
|---|---|
| Head height | 71–80% of the photo height |
| Background | Light grey or plain white |
| How recent | Taken within the last 6 months |
| Retouching | Not allowed. The photo must not be digitally altered beyond cropping. |
| Background replacement | Not allowed. Shoot against a wall of the required colour. |
| Where to take it | You can take this photo yourself. |
- Glasses are not allowed.
- Neutral expression, mouth closed.
Source: immi.homeaffairs.gov.au citizenship photo requirements. Rules change — check the issuing authority before you submit.
How the citizenship (paper) photo is submitted
Who can take the photo
- The authority recommends a professional photo service, but does not require one.
We recommend you have your photo taken by a professional passport photograph provider
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Questions
- What size is a Australia citizenship (paper) photo?
- 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in).
- Can I take a Australia citizenship (paper) photo with my phone?
- Yes. PhotoSpec crops to 35 × 45 mm and checks the framing before you save. Photos are processed on the phone and are not uploaded.
How it differs from other Australia documents
- Visa — same published size, background, digital file and capture rules as this document
- Residence permit — same published size, background, digital file and capture rules as this document
- Citizenship (online) — same published size, background, digital file and capture rules as this document
- Work permit — same published size, background, digital file and capture rules as this document
Related tools and guides
Take your Australia citizenship (paper) photo
Processed on your phone. Photos are not uploaded.