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Australia passport photo size

The published requirements, and how to meet them with the phone you already have.

Requirements

Photo size35 × 45 mm  (1.38 × 1.77 in)
Head height71–80% of the photo height
Eye lineabout NaN% down from the top edge
BackgroundPlain white or light grey
RetouchingNot allowed. The photo must not be digitally altered beyond cropping.
Background replacementNot allowed. Shoot against a wall of the required colour.
Where to take itYou can take this photo yourself.
  • Neutral expression, mouth closed.

Source: passports.gov.au photo-guidelines. Rules change — check the issuing authority before you submit.

How to take it yourself

01

Pick Australia and Passport

PhotoSpec loads the 35×45 mm spec above.

02

Shoot with guidance

An on-screen frame keeps the head at 71–80% and the eyes at NaN%.

03

Check

Lighting, focus, framing and expression are scored before saving.

04

Save

Cropped to 35×45 mm, straight to your gallery.

Take your Australia passport photo

Processed on your phone. Photos are not uploaded.