What size is an Australian visa photo in 2026?

35 x 45 mm (1.38 x 1.77 inches), the same as the Australian passport photo. This applies to all visa subclasses (visitor, student, work, partner, skilled).

Is the Australian visa photo the same as the passport photo?

Yes. Both use 35x45mm, white background, neutral expression, no glasses. A valid passport photo can usually be used for visa applications.

Do I need a printed photo for an Australian visa?

Most visa applications are now fully online through ImmiAccount and accept a digital photo upload. Some paper applications may require printed photos.

What are the photo requirements for Australian visa from India?

Same 35x45mm specification applies to Indian applicants. Submit via VFS Global or ImmiAccount. Digital photos: JPEG, 300 DPI, <5MB.

What is the Australian tourist visa photo size?

35 x 45 mm. Subclass 600 visitor visa and ETA 601 photos both use this specification.

What is the Australian student visa (subclass 500) photo size?

35 x 45 mm. Digital upload via ImmiAccount, with 300 DPI minimum and plain white background.

Can I use the same photo for Australian visa and passport?

Yes, if both are taken within the last 6 months and meet the 35x45mm white-background specification. Many applicants reuse a compliant passport photo for visa applications.

Australia Visa Photo

Q: What is the Australian tourist visa photo size?

35 x 45 mm. Subclass 600 visitor visa and ETA 601 photos both use this specification.

Q: What is the Australian student visa (subclass 500) photo size?

35 x 45 mm. Digital upload via ImmiAccount, with 300 DPI minimum and plain white background.

Q: Can I use the same photo for Australian visa and passport?

Yes, if both are taken within the last 6 months and meet the 35x45mm white-background specification. Many applicants reuse a compliant passport photo for visa applications.

Size & Requirements 2026 · Last updated: 2026-05-11

Photography Guidelines

1 Taken within the last 6 months
2 Plain white background
3 Neutral expression with mouth closed
4 No glasses
5 High resolution with no blur
6 Face clearly visible
7 Accepted for visitor, student, work & partner visas

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Low resolution photo

Photo must be high resolution with at least 300 DPI

Photo taken too long ago

Must be taken within the last 6 months

Tourist visa photo size confusion

Australian tourist visa photos use 35x45mm, not US 2x2 inch size

Student visa photo incorrectly cropped

Do not crop tightly; leave adequate margin around face per 64-80% head height rule

How to Take Your Photo

Three ways to get a compliant photo — choose what works for you.

DIY at Home

Take it yourself with a camera or smartphone — the cheapest option.

1 Stand against a plain, smooth, light-colored wall with even daylight from the front.
2 Use a tripod or steady surface so the camera is level with your eyes, ~1.5 m away.
3 Wear normal clothes that contrast with the background and remove glasses or hats.
4 Keep a neutral expression with closed mouth and both eyes clearly visible.
5 Take several shots, pick the sharpest, then crop to the official size and DPI.
6 Save as the required file format and check file-size limits before submitting.

Using Your Smartphone

Best lighting, framing, and tips for iPhone and Android.

1 Use the rear camera (higher quality) and ask someone else to take the photo.
2 Stand 1–1.5 m from a plain wall; turn off flash and use natural daylight.
3 Tap to focus on the face and lock exposure so lighting stays consistent.
4 Frame head and shoulders so the head fills 50–70% of the height.
5 Avoid filters, beauty mode, and HDR — they distort facial features.
6 Crop to the exact ratio in a free tool, export at the required DPI.

With Our Online Service

Upload a photo and get a compliant version in seconds.

1 Upload any clear, recent photo — selfie or full-body works.
2 Our AI auto-detects the face, removes the background, and applies the correct color.
3 It crops to the exact official dimensions for your selected document.
4 A compliance check flags head size, expression, lighting, and shadow issues.
5 Preview the result and retake free if anything looks off.
6 Download the digital file or order printed copies.

Price Comparison

Common ways to get a passport photo, side by side.

Provider	Cost	Delivery	Notes
DIY at Home	Free	Instant	Requires a printer for hard copies
Local Photo Studio	$10–$20	Same day	Quality varies; not always compliance-checked
Pharmacy / Retailer	$10–$15	Same day	Convenient, but limited retake policies
Our Online Service	Free preview	Instant	AI compliance check, free retakes

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Official References

Information on this page is based on the following official sources:

Department of Home Affairs - Photo requirements