Zee Online ToolsAustralian passport photo size and resizer
35 x 45 mm (1.38 x 1.77 in), which is 413 x 531 px at 300 dpi. Crop your photo below; it never leaves your device.
Quick answer: the Australian passport photo is 35 x 45 mm. The official range is 35 to 40 mm wide and 45 to 50 mm high, with the face (chin to crown) 32 to 36 mm. This tool uses the smallest size. Checked against the official page
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Drag the picture, use the sliders, or press the arrow keys while the preview is focused. Keep the face centred and fully visible.
Australian passport photo size at a glance
| Printed size | 35 x 45 mm (1.38 x 1.77 in) |
|---|---|
| Pixels at 300 dpi | 413 x 531 px |
| Pixels at 600 dpi | 827 x 1063 px |
| Size note | The official range is 35 to 40 mm wide and 45 to 50 mm high, with the face (chin to crown) 32 to 36 mm. This tool uses the smallest size. |
| Source | Australian Passport Office |
| Reviewed |
Official requirements
Checked against the official page
Read from the Australian Passport Office on 21 Oct 2026.
These are the main points read from Australian Passport Office on 2026-10-21:
- Photo size: 35 to 40 mm wide and 45 to 50 mm high; face from chin to crown 32 to 36 mm.
- Less than 6 months old; good-quality colour prints produced using dye sublimation (not inkjet).
- Printed on heavy-weight, glossy paper, at least 200 gsm.
- Plain white or light grey background that contrasts with the face; uniform lighting showing natural skin tone.
- Face centred and looking straight at the camera, with the edges of the face clearly visible.
- No retouching, shadows, reflections, tilted head or hair hiding the edges of the face.
- Over 3 years old: facing the camera straight on, eyes open, neutral expression.
- No glasses unless they cannot be removed for medical reasons; wireless earbuds must be removed.
- Two photos are needed with an application; a professional photo provider is recommended.
Photos must be colour prints less than 6 months old, produced by dye sublimation. The passport office advises against online photo services and apps, so use a professional provider.
Can this tool prepare a photo for Australia?
The Australian Passport Office asks for dye-sublimation colour prints on heavy glossy paper and recommends a professional provider; it does not recommend online photo services or apps. A browser resizer cannot meet the printing rules, so use it only to check dimensions.
How to prepare the photo
- Take or choose a front-facing photo with the whole head and shoulders visible, in even light, against a plain background.
- Choose Australian passport photo in the tool above. It sets the crop to 35 x 45 mm.
- Drag, zoom or use the arrow keys to centre the face. Keep the head fully inside the frame.
- If the upload form has a KB limit, enter it in the tool, or run the result through the image compressor.
- Download, open the file at full size, and compare it with the checklist from Australian Passport Office before you submit.
Common reasons photos are refused
Based on the Australian Passport Office guidance:
- Photos printed on an inkjet printer instead of by dye sublimation, or on light paper.
- Any retouching, such as removing moles, wrinkles or scars.
- Shadows or reflections on the face, or uneven lighting.
- Head tilted in any direction, or hair covering the edges of the face.
- Smiling or a non-neutral expression for anyone over 3.
- A patterned head covering, or glasses or earbuds worn without a medical reason.
How this size compares
| Document | Size (mm) | At 300 dpi |
|---|---|---|
| US passport photo | 51 x 51 | 602 x 602 px |
| UK passport photo | 35 x 45 | 413 x 531 px |
| Schengen visa photo | 35 x 45 | 413 x 531 px |
| Canadian passport photo | 50 x 70 | 591 x 827 px |
| Australian passport photo | 35 x 45 | 413 x 531 px |
| Pakistan CNIC / NICOP photo | 35 x 45 | 413 x 531 px |
Does the upload form also set a file-size limit? Enter a maximum KB in the tool above, or use the image compressor.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Australian passport photo in pixels?
35 x 45 mm is 413 x 531 px at 300 dpi and 827 x 1063 px at 600 dpi. Check the issuer for any digital upload limits.
What is the Australian passport photo size in inches?
35 x 45 mm is 1.38 x 1.77 inches. The official range is 35 to 40 mm wide and 45 to 50 mm high, with the face (chin to crown) 32 to 36 mm. This tool uses the smallest size.
How recent must the photo be?
The Australian Passport Office says photos must be less than 6 months old.
Is my photo uploaded?
No. Cropping and resizing happen in your browser.
Will this guarantee my photo is accepted?
No. It sets the size only. Head position, lighting, expression and background are checked separately by the issuer.
Other photo sizes
US passport photo · UK passport photo · Schengen visa photo · Canadian passport photo · Pakistan CNIC / NICOP photo