Australia visa photo: size and rules
The printed Australia visa photo is 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in).
- Head 32 to 36 mm
Photo specification
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) |
|---|---|
| Head, crown to chin | 32 to 36 mm (1.26 to 1.42 in) |
We check sizes and positions; the issuing authority decides acceptance. Last checked 28 Sep 2026. Rules change. Check the issuing authority’s current instructions before you apply.
Background and editing
The source asks for a neutral or light grey background. The rules do not allow digital changes to the photo, so the background has to be right when the photo is taken. Retake it against a plain wall instead of editing the background. PortraitPass keeps background replacement off by default for this document.
Rules from the source
- Recent passport photo, 45 x 35 mm, head and shoulders only, facing the camera.
- Taken within the last six months, in colour, and unedited.
- Background must contrast with your face.
- Glasses off unless medically necessary; frames must not obscure the eyes.
Expression, lighting and how recent the photo is cannot be measured from a picture, so check them yourself.
Can you make it at home?
Yes. Home Affairs recommends a professional passport photo provider but does not require one.
PortraitPass frames the photo against the head and eye lines above and exports a single photo or a print sheet, with the measurements shown so you can check them yourself.
Sources
- Photograph - Passport (Department of Home Affairs)Issuing authority. Checked 28 Sep 2026.
Found a wrong or outdated number? Open an issue with the source link.
Common questions
What size is a Australia visa photo?
The printed photo is 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in).
Can I take a Australia visa photo at home?
Yes. The source accepts a photo you prepare yourself.
What background does a Australia visa photo need?
The source asks for a neutral or light grey background.
How big should the head be in a Australia visa photo?
Measured from the crown to the chin, the head should be 32 to 36 mm (1.26 to 1.42 in).
Where do the Australia visa numbers come from?
From the issuing authority’s own pages: Photograph - Passport (Department of Home Affairs). Last checked 28 Sep 2026.
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