New Zealand Passport photo, done right
35 x 45 mm, plain light grey or white background, head 32-36 mm. Upload a photo below: your face is aligned to the official guides automatically, and nothing is uploaded to any server.
- Photo size
- 35 x 45 mm
- Output
- 600 x 771 px
- Background
- Plain light grey or white
35x45 mm print or digital upload, plain light background, neutral expression.
Specs are provided as guidance. Always confirm requirements with the official passport or visa authority before submitting.
Official New Zealand passport photo requirements
| Photo size | 35 x 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Digital output | 600 x 771 px JPEG |
| Head height (crown to chin) | 32-36 mm |
| Background | Plain light grey or white |
| Authority | Te Tari Taiwhenua Department of Internal Affairs |
35x45 mm print or digital upload, plain light background, neutral expression.
Worth knowing
- - NZ passport renewals are digital-first: upload the photo file rather than printing.
Questions
What size is a New Zealand passport photo?
35 x 45 mm, with the head (crown to chin) between 32 and 36 mm. As a digital file this tool outputs 600 x 771 px. Rules per Te Tari Taiwhenua Department of Internal Affairs.
What background does a New Zealand passport photo need?
Plain light grey or white. If your photo was taken against the wrong background, the background replacement feature swaps it for a compliant one on your device.
Can I take the photo myself with a phone?
Yes. Have someone take it (or use a timer) from about 1.5 meters away at eye level, facing a window or even light, against a plain wall. Then upload it here: the tool aligns your head to the official guides automatically and crops to the exact size.
How do I print it?
Download the free single photo for digital submissions, or get the Pro print sheet ($9 once): multiple copies tiled on a standard 4x6 or A4 sheet you can print at any pharmacy or photo kiosk for under a dollar.
Is my photo uploaded to a server?
No. Cropping, face detection, and background removal all run inside your browser. The photo never leaves your device, which matters for an identity document.
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