Australia Visa
Australia
Digital JPEG rules (e.g. 1200×1600 preferred, 70 KB–3.5 MB) and passport-style framing for ImmiAccount-style uploads.
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Australia Visa — key specifications
At-a-glance summary of the official Australia photo template. Every value below is enforced automatically when you upload your image.
| Physical size | 35 mm × 45 mm (1.38 in × 1.77 in) |
|---|---|
| Digital size | 1200 × 1600 px (300 DPI) |
| Background | Plain white |
| Max file size | 3584 KB (JPEG) |
| Head coverage | 70–80% of photo height (ICAO-aligned) |
| Print sheet | 4x6 · 8 |
Requirements
Check dimensions and official rules on this page.
- Physical: 35mm × 45mm
- Digital: 1200–1200px × 1600–1600px
- Max file size: 3584 KB
Full face visible, plain neutral or light grey background, unedited image, glasses removed if possible.
Australian Passport Office — ICAO-aligned photo spec
The Australian Passport Office (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade) publishes photo guidelines that adopt ICAO Doc 9303 framing for the standard 35 × 45 mm size with a plain white background. Rules updated November 2023 prohibit any cosmetic-AI editing.
Why use this Australia Visa tool
- $3.99Final photo + 4×6 print sheet. No subscription. Studios typically charge $15 – $30 for the same output.
- Free previewYou only pay once a watermarked preview confirms the crop, background, and biometric framing meet the spec.
- Refund if non-compliantIf our output fails the issuing-authority checklist, we refund — see our refund policy.
Common reasons Australia Visa photos are rejected
Issuing authorities reject submissions that miss any of the items below. Our tool automatically corrects crop, background, and dimensions, but you still control the original capture — review this list before you upload.
- wrong_size_or_face_height
- background_not_plain_white_or_light
- shadows_or_red_eye
- hair_obscuring_face_edges
- expression_not_neutral
- inkjet_print_or_low_quality
- retouching_or_filters
Australia Visa — common questions
What is the official Australia Visa size?
The official Australia Visa size is 35 mm × 45 mm (1.38 in × 1.77 in). For digital uploads it equals 1200 × 1600 px at 300 DPI.
What background color is required for a Australia Visa?
Australia Visa photos must be taken on a plain white background, evenly lit and free of shadows or patterns.
How big should the face appear in a Australia Visa photo?
The head should fill approximately 70–80% of the photo height, with eyes positioned in the upper-middle of the frame and a neutral expression looking straight at the camera.
Can I take a Australia Visa photo at home?
Yes. Use a recent phone photo against a plain wall, with even daylight and no glasses. Our tool then crops, recolors the background, and resizes to the official 35 mm × 45 mm template.
Can I print the Australia Visa at CVS, Walgreens, or another pharmacy?
Yes. We generate a 4x6 print sheet with 8 photos that any pharmacy or photo kiosk can print.
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Where we sourced these Australia specifications
Dimensions, background colour, and biometric framing on this page are compiled from the references below. Always reconfirm the latest guidance directly with the issuing authority before submitting an application.
- passports.gov.au
- immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
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