Australian passport photo requirements (35×45 mm)

Educational summary for travelers and applicants; not legal advice. Compare every detail with the issuing authority’s current checklist before you submit.

See the Australian Passport Office website for printable examples and common rejection reasons. The My New ID Photo preset for this document is 35×45 mm, matching the dimensions in our built-in specification table.

Measurements

35 × 45 mm with correct head size and eye line as illustrated in official samples.

Glasses and hair

If glasses are worn, ensure no glare and eyes are clear. Hair must not cover eyes or eyebrows.

Background

Plain white or light grey background without texture.

Making this photo in My New ID Photo

Choose Australia and Passport for 35×45 mm. The Passport Office publishes sample passes and fails—compare your export side by side. Plain light background; no visible shadows. Export suitable for both online upload and physical submission.

Official sources

The following links point to official or primary sources we use to summarize size, composition, and quality rules. Third-party pages are listed only when they reproduce the same standards (for example ICAO). Always read the latest version on the authority’s site before you submit an application.

Disclaimer: Requirements change. Verify dimensions, file format, and expression rules on the official source linked from your application portal before submission.

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