Get your Australian passport photo right, then crop free
Australian Passport Office (APO) guidelines for print photos. Typical size 35–40 × 45–50 mm—our free 35×45 mm passport photo maker uses the common APO ratio; always confirm on passports.gov.au before you submit.
| Specification | Official requirement |
|---|---|
| Print size (typical) | 35–40 mm × 45–50 mm |
| Head height | Per official APO diagram below |
| Background | Plain white or light grey |
| Quantity | 2 identical prints, within 6 months |
| Authority | Australian Passport Office (APO) |
Always confirm the latest rules on the official government site before you submit.
Official pages list rules; these notes highlight mistakes we see when people crop at home before online upload or print.
- Australian sizes differ from US 2x2 and UK 35x45—crop for the APO template you need.
- Many applications still expect two identical high-quality prints; crop once digitally so both match.
- Even lighting on a plain light background matters as much as millimetre size.
- Ask labs for Australian passport size, not a generic ID photo from another country.
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Can I print my own passport photo at home?
Will a home-printed photo be accepted?
What size should I print?
What size is an Australian passport photo?
APO typically accepts 35–40 mm wide × 45–50 mm high. Head height must fall within the range shown in the official diagram. Our free tool crops to the common 35×45 mm ratio—verify the latest rules on passports.gov.au.
Can I take an Australian passport photo at home or on my phone?
Yes, if it meets APO rules on size, plain white or light grey background, lighting, and expression. Use the rear camera, even daylight, and our free 35×45 passport photo maker.
Is there a free passport photo checker or maker?
Yes. Our browser tool is a free passport photo maker and generator with a pre-download passport photo checker for size, background, and expression—no account required.
Can you wear glasses in an Australian passport photo?
Glasses are allowed if your eyes are clearly visible with no glare. Tinted lenses and sunglasses are not permitted.
What background colour do Australian passport photos need?
Plain white or light grey, evenly lit with no shadows—not UK cream. Avoid busy patterns or coloured walls.
Where can I get passport photos in Australia?
Officeworks, Australia Post, Kmart, and other retailers offer passport photo services. Taking your own photo and printing a sheet is often cheaper—see our store comparison guide.
Does Officeworks do passport photos?
Yes. Many Officeworks stores take passport photos or print files you upload. Services and prices vary by branch—call ahead or crop at home and only pay for printing.
Can I print my Australian passport photo at home?
Yes, if the print meets APO quality rules on photo paper, size, and head height. Crop to 35×45 mm first, then print at 100% scale or upload our layout to a kiosk.
What are the rules for baby or child passport photos?
Same size range as adults. No other person, toys, or supporting hands in the frame. Lay infants on a plain sheet and shoot from above.
How many photos do I need for an Australian passport?
Two identical printed photos taken within the last 6 months, unless APO guidance for your application type says otherwise.
- • Only the child in the photo—no parents, hands, or props
- • Eyes open when possible; infants may have slightly closed eyes
- • Same head-height rules in the APO diagram after cropping
Reference: Australian Passport Office
- • Provide 2 identical printed photos taken within the last 6 months
- • Photo size: typically 35–40 mm wide × 45–50 mm high (per APO guidance)
- • Head height: within the specified range in the official diagram
- • Background: plain, light‑coloured (white/light grey), evenly lit
- • Clear, sharp and in focus; no motion blur or pixelation
- • Uniform lighting; no shadows, glare or flash reflections
- • Natural skin tones; no filters or digital alterations
- • Professionally printed on high‑quality photo paper
- • Face the camera directly; head not tilted or turned
- • Neutral expression; mouth closed; eyes open
- • Hair off your face; edges of your face clearly visible
- • No hands or objects visible in the frame
- • Glasses: eyes must be clearly visible; avoid glare and tinted lenses
- • Head coverings: allowed for religious/medical reasons; full face visible; no shadows
- • Children and babies: no toys or supporting hands visible; background kept plain
- • Medical exceptions: include a brief note if applicable