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Australian Passport Photo Requirements & Free Maker

Generate 35x45mm photos meeting Australian Passport Office (APO) biometric rules.

Last verified: 2026-10-05โ€ขDimensions: 35ร—45 mmโ€ขOfficial Government Portal

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Photo size previewGREY BACKGROUND
Head Top36 mm
Eye LevelEyes Open
Chin32 mm
35 mm45 mm
Head Top Eye Level Chin

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Australia - Passport (35 ร— 45 mm)

Australian Passport Office: 35x45mm, head 32-36mm (no glasses permitted).

Head Height71% โ€“ 80%
Print Output413ร—531 px @ 300 DPI

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Official Biometric Requirements

  • Photo size must be 35 mm wide by 45 mm high.
  • Head height (chin to crown) must measure between 32 mm and 36 mm (71% to 80% of height).
  • Background must be plain white or light grey with no shadows.
  • Glasses are strictly forbidden for Australian passports since July 2018 (unless medical note attached).
  • Neutral facial expression, mouth closed, looking straight into the camera.
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Common Rejection Reasons

  • Wearing eyeglasses (prohibited for Australian passports since July 2018).
  • Head height under 32mm or over 36mm.
  • Heavy background shadows or improper lighting.
  • Smiling or mouth open revealing teeth.

Technical Specification Summary

Dimensions35 ร— 45 mm
Head Height %71% โ€“ 80%
Backgroundwhite, light-grey
EyeglassesForbidden since July 2018 (except medical reasons with signed doctor certificate)
Answers & Guidance

Frequently Asked Questions

Are glasses allowed in Australian passport photos?

No, glasses were banned for Australian passport photos in July 2018. Only severe medical exceptions with signed doctor notes are allowed.

What size is an Australian passport photo?

35mm wide by 45mm high, with chin-to-crown head length between 32mm and 36mm.

What background color is required for Australia passports?

A plain white or light grey backdrop with uniform lighting.