Free Australian Passport Photo (35x45 mm)

Create a DFAT-compliant passport photo at home in 30 seconds

AI background removal, face centering, and automatic sizing to 35x45 mm at 300 DPI. Download and print at Australia Post, Officeworks, or any photo lab for under $1 AUD.

Works for: Australian passports, citizenship applications, visa photos

Runs in your browserNo app to download300 DPI, print-ready100% free, no signup

Always verify your photo meets DFAT requirements before submitting your application.

Upload Your Photo

Designed to meet U.S. State Department photo requirements

You'll get: a 2×2 photo and a 4-Up 4×6 print sheet

Photo Requirements

  • ✓ Even lighting on face — no shadows
  • ✓ Both ears visible — tuck hair back
  • ✓ Neutral expression — mouth closed
  • ✓ Face camera straight — no tilt or turn
  • ✓ Clear, sharp photo — clean your lens
  • ✓ Plain background — white or light color

Top Rejection Reasons

  • ✗ Shadows on face (harsh overhead or side lighting)
  • ✗ Ears hidden by hair or head angle
  • ✗ Blurry or low-resolution image

Upload Photo (30 seconds)

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How It Works

1

Upload

Take a front-facing photo with your phone against any background and upload it.

2

AI Processing

Our AI removes the background, centres your face, and crops to 35x45 mm at 300 DPI.

3

Download & Print

Download your photo and print at Australia Post or Officeworks for under $1 AUD.

Print at Australia Post, Officeworks, or Harvey Norman

Download the 4-up print layout and print it as a single 4x6 inch glossy photo at Australia Post, Officeworks, Harvey Norman Photo Centre, or any local photo lab. Cut along the guides to get your 35x45 mm passport photos.

A standard 4x6 glossy print costs around $0.20 AUD at most stores, compared to $15-$20 for their passport photo service.

Australian Passport Photo Requirements (DFAT)

Photo Specifications

  • 35x45 mm (approx. 1.38x1.77 inches)
  • Plain white background
  • Face height (chin to crown): 32-36 mm
  • Taken within the last 6 months

Tips for Best Results

  • Face the camera directly with a neutral expression
  • Use good natural lighting, no shadows on face
  • Remove glasses — not allowed by DFAT
  • Both eyes open and clearly visible

Common Rejection Reasons

  • Wearing glasses (not permitted)
  • Shadows on face or background
  • Photo older than 6 months
  • Incorrect dimensions or low resolution

Full Australian passport photo requirements guide →

See official DFAT requirements →

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is an Australian passport photo?

Australian passport photos must be 35 mm wide by 45 mm tall. At 300 DPI, the digital dimensions are 413 by 531 pixels. The chin-to-crown face height must be between 32 mm and 36 mm. Kindro automatically crops and sizes your photo to meet these exact DFAT specifications.

Can I take my own Australian passport photo at home?

Yes. Any modern smartphone camera has more than enough resolution. Use good natural lighting and a plain white or light-coloured background. Kindro's AI removes the background, centres your face, and formats the photo to DFAT specifications.

Is this free? What is the catch?

Kindro is completely free with no signup, no watermarks, and no hidden fees. You get the full-resolution 300 DPI passport photo and a 4-up print layout ready for any photo lab.

Where can I print my Australian passport photo?

Download the 4-up print layout and print it as a 4 by 6 inch glossy photo at Australia Post, Officeworks, Harvey Norman Photo Centre, or any local photo lab. A standard 4 by 6 print costs around $0.20 AUD. Cut along the guides to get your 35 by 45 mm photos.

Can I wear glasses in my Australian passport photo?

No. DFAT does not allow glasses in passport photos. This applies to prescription glasses, sunglasses, and tinted lenses. Remove all eyewear before taking your photo.

Do I need a guarantor for my Australian passport photo?

Yes. For Australian passport applications, your photos must be endorsed by a guarantor — an Australian citizen who has known you for at least 12 months. The guarantor writes on the back of one photo: "I certify that this is a true photo of [your full name]" and signs it. Kindro provides the correctly sized photo; you handle the guarantor endorsement after printing.

Make Your Own Australian Passport Photo at Home

You don't need a studio or appointment. Use our free tool to automatically remove the background, center your face, and format your photo to DFAT standards — 35x45 mm at 300 DPI.

All you need is a smartphone with a decent camera and natural lighting. Take the photo against any wall — our AI replaces the background with compliant white.

Why Use Kindro for Australian Passport Photos?

Kindro is a free, browser-based passport photo tool. No ads, no accounts, no data stored. Your photo is processed on our server only for the time it takes to generate your result. Built to save you a trip to Australia Post and a $19.95 fee.

Most online passport photo services advertise as free but lock the full-resolution download behind a paywall. Kindro gives you the complete 300 DPI file and a ready-to-print 4x6 layout at no cost. Works on any device — desktop, tablet, or phone.

14-Point AI Verification Pipeline

Every photo runs through 14 automated compliance checks plus a GPT-4o Vision review — the most thorough free passport photo verification available.

Geometry & Positioning

  • 1
    Dimensions — Pixel-perfect match to DFAT spec (413x531 for 35x45mm)
  • 2
    Head Height — Chin-to-crown measurement within DFAT range (32-36 mm)
  • 3
    Eye Position — Eye height from bottom edge within required range
  • 4
    Face Centered — Horizontal offset under 5% of frame width
  • 5
    Eye Midpoint — Euclidean distance to target center under 4% of height

Face & Expression

  • 6
    Expression — Mouth-open and smile ratios confirm neutral expression
  • 7
    Head Position — 3-axis pose check: yaw, pitch, and roll
  • 8
    Eyes Open — Eye Aspect Ratio analysis confirms both eyes are open
  • 9
    Glasses Detection — Eye region brightness analysis flags eyewear
  • 14
    Both Ears Clear — Tragion geometry + brightness analysis detects hidden ears

Image Quality

  • 10
    Sharpness — Laplacian variance detects blur or soft focus
  • 11
    Lighting — Left/right face brightness ratio detects uneven shadows
  • 12
    Exposure — Skin-tone-aware brightness check (won't penalise darker skin)
  • 13
    Image Quality — Contrast analysis flags flat or washed-out photos

AI Second Opinion

If all 14 checks pass, a GPT-4o Vision review inspects the photo for anything the deterministic checks might miss — unusual angles, partial obstructions, or subtle expression issues.

The AI review generates assessments against DFAT (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade) official photo requirements.

Likely CompliantBorderlineNeeds Improvement

Green checks are hard requirements. Yellow checks are advisory warnings. Final acceptance is always determined by the issuing authority.

Kindro vs. Other Passport Photo Tools

FeatureKindroOther Tools
Download qualityFull 300 DPI, no watermarkLow-res preview; pay $3-$10 for full file
Cost100% freeFree to try, paywall on download
Account requiredNo signup neededEmail or social login required
Print-ready layout4x6 sheet with multiple photos includedSingle photo only; print layout extra
Compliance verification14-point check + GPT-4o Vision reviewBasic face detection only, if any

Helpful Guides

DFAT Requirements

Official 35x45 mm specifications

Passport Photo Cost

Australia Post, Officeworks & DIY pricing

How to Print

Australia Post, Officeworks, Harvey Norman

FAQ

DFAT rules & common questions

Rejection Reasons

7 common reasons & how to fix

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