The size
Australian passport photos are 35 mm wide and 45 mm tall, which is 413 × 531 pixels at 300 dpi.
Head size
The head, from chin to crown, should measure between 32 and 36 mm. Keep the face centred and the head straight.
Background and expression
Plain light background with no shadows, a neutral expression, mouth closed and both eyes clearly visible.
Make it with PicFitter
Use the Australia passport photo maker to crop and download, then print with the print sheet.
Check the rules
Rules are set by the Australian Passport Office and can change. Always read the official guidance before you apply.
Australian passport photo size in cm, inches and pixels
| Unit | Size |
|---|---|
| Millimetres | 35 × 45 mm |
| Centimetres | 3.5 × 4.5 cm |
| Inches | 1.38 × 1.77 in |
| Pixels at 300 dpi | 413 × 531 px |
| Pixels at 600 dpi | 827 × 1063 px |
| Head, chin to crown | 32 to 36 mm |
How to make an Australian passport photo at home
- Stand about a metre from a plain light wall and face a window so the light is even.
- Ask someone to take the photo at eye level with the back camera, with your head straight, mouth closed and a neutral expression.
- Open the Australia passport photo maker, choose the photo and move and zoom until the head fills the frame as required.
- Download the 35×45 mm JPG, then use the print sheet maker if you want printed copies.
Printing in Australia
Many chemists, post offices and photo shops print passport photos. If you print your own, use real photo paper, print at 100 percent scale (never "fit to page") and cut with a paper cutter. A 6×4 inch sheet holds several 35×45 mm photos. Our guide on printing passport photos at home has the full steps.
Mistakes that cause problems
- Shadows on the face or on the wall behind you.
- Head too small or too close to the edge of the photo.
- A smile with teeth, or an open mouth.
- Blur, glare or a photo that is too dark.
- A photo that is not recent or that has been retouched.
Online application or paper form?
The size above is for a printed photo. If you apply online, the system asks for a digital file with its own pixel size, format and file size limits. Read the current instructions on the official Australian Passport Office website, then use the resizer and compressor if needed.
Questions
What size is an Australian passport photo?
35 × 45 mm (3.5 × 4.5 cm), which is 413 × 531 pixels at 300 dpi.
How big should my head be in an Australian passport photo?
From chin to crown the head should measure 32 to 36 mm.
Can I take my own Australian passport photo?
Yes, if it follows the official rules: plain light background, neutral expression, even light and no filters. Check the Australian Passport Office website for the current rules.
Does PicFitter guarantee acceptance?
No. It helps you crop and size the picture, but the Passport Office makes the final decision.