Australian passport photo requirements
35–40 mm wide, 45–50 mm high, 32–36 mm head height. ExactPass uses 35×45 mm, a common accepted size within the Australian range.
At a glance
Australian Passport Office photo dimensions.
Size and pose
- Printed photo, 35–40 mm wide × 45–50 mm high.
- Head from chin to top is 32–36 mm.
- Face forward, eyes open, neutral expression, mouth closed.
- No glasses. Remove them even if you wear them daily.
- Taken within the last 6 months, in colour.
Background and printing
- Plain white or light-coloured background.
- No shadows, patterns, or objects behind you.
- Print on high-quality photo paper at exactly 35×45 mm.
- Do not use filters or heavy retouching.
Printed photo guidance
Most Australian passport applications use printed photos.
Take it on a phone
Even light and a plain wall are the main requirements.
Light
Face a window or an even light. Avoid hard shadows on the background and under your chin.
Angle
Hold the phone at eye level, straight on. Keep your head level and shoulders square.
Framing
Fit your head inside the guide and keep your shoulders visible. ExactPass crops to 35×45 mm.
Print at home or a pharmacy
A 4×6 inch print fits six 35×45 mm photos.
Download the print sheet, print at 100% scale on 4×6 photo paper, and cut along the photo edges. Ask the lab not to resize or “fit to page”.
Frequently asked
What size is an Australian passport photo?
The accepted range is 35–40 mm wide and 45–50 mm high. ExactPass uses 35×45 mm, which sits inside that range.
What is the head height for an Australian passport photo?
From the bottom of the chin to the top of the head should be 32–36 mm. ExactPass checks this band automatically.
Can I wear glasses in an Australian passport photo?
No. Remove glasses for the photo, even if you wear them daily.
Make the photo with ExactPass
Take or choose a photo. ExactPass crops to 35×45 mm and prepares a print sheet.
One digital photo and print sheet. Google Play shows the local price for your country.
Android is live. iOS is in review.
Related guides
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