Good to know: The Passport Office doesn’t recommend online services or apps. Prints should be on glossy photo paper (not inkjet); a new adult’s paper application needs a guarantor to sign one photo. Online renewals use a code from a photo provider.
Australian passport photo requirements
Australia accepts 35–40 mm wide by 45–50 mm tall with the face 32–36 mm from chin to crown, printed on glossy paper of at least 200 gsm by dye-sublimation (not inkjet). The Passport Office doesn’t recommend apps, and removing or replacing the background isn’t allowed.
| Size | 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Head | 32–36 mm from the chin to the top of the head |
| Background | A plain white or light grey background |
| Glasses | Glasses only for medical reasons, with a certificate. |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open, looking straight at the camera |
| Babies | Under 3: an open mouth is fine. No other person or object in the photo. |
| Editing | “Retouching is prohibited, and removing or replacing the background is not allowed.” |
Source: passports.gov.au (2026-11-09).
Taking a Australian passport photo
Stand in front of a plain white or light grey background. Take your glasses off. Keep a neutral face with your mouth closed. For a baby: Under 3: an open mouth is fine. No other person or object in the photo.
Printing Australia passport photos
8 fit on a 4×6 print, 9 on a 5×7, 25 on A4 and 25 on US Letter.
Questions
What size is a Australian passport photo?
35 × 45 mm, with the head 32–36 mm from the chin to the top of the head.
Can I take a Australian passport photo at home?
Usually, yes. The Passport Office doesn’t recommend online services or apps. Prints should be on glossy photo paper (not inkjet); a new adult’s paper application needs a guarantor to sign one photo. Online renewals use a code from a photo provider.
Can I wear glasses in a Australian passport photo?
Glasses only for medical reasons, with a certificate.
Can I change the background?
Retouching is prohibited, and removing or replacing the background is not allowed.
Other photos
- Australian visa or citizenship 35×45 mm
- 35 × 45 mm photo 35×45 mm
- UK passport 35×45 mm
- Schengen visa 35×45 mm
- Every passport and visa photo