Once you have created your 35 x 45 mm Australian passport photo with Kindro, you need to print it on photo-quality paper. This guide covers every major print option across Australia — from Australia Post to printing at home.
What You Need
- Your print layout from Kindro (multiple 35 x 45 mm photos on one 4x6 inch sheet)
- A USB drive, phone, or email access to transfer the file
- Scissors or a paper cutter for trimming
Tip: Always print on glossy photo paper — DFAT requires photo-quality prints. Matte paper and regular printer paper will be rejected.
Option 1: Australia Post
Australia Post is the most common option, with passport photo services at most post offices across Australia.
- Cost for DIY print: ~$0.20-$0.30 per 4x6 print (if printing your own file)
- Their full passport photo service costs $19.95 for 2 photos
- Ask the counter staff to print your file as a 4x6 inch glossy — do not select their passport photo service
- Not all locations offer general photo printing — call ahead to confirm
Option 2: Officeworks
Officeworks has self-service photo kiosks in most Australian locations — one of the easiest and most affordable options.
- Cost: ~$0.15-$0.25 per 4x6 print
- Use the in-store self-service kiosk or upload online at officeworks.com.au
- Select 4x6 inch glossy
- Prints ready in minutes at the kiosk or same-day for online orders
Option 3: Harvey Norman Photo Centre
Harvey Norman Photo Centres offer counter-service photo printing at many locations across Australia.
- Cost: ~$0.20-$0.30 per 4x6 print
- Bring a USB drive or email the file to the print counter
- Ask for glossy photo paper, 4x6 inch
- Same-day or next-day pickup at most locations
Option 4: Big W Photo
Big W has photo kiosks in most stores with competitive printing prices.
- Cost: ~$0.12-$0.20 per 4x6 print
- Use the in-store kiosk or upload online at photos.bigw.com.au
- Select 4x6 glossy print
- One of the cheapest options available
Option 5: Home Printer
You can print at home if you have a photo-capable inkjet printer and glossy photo paper.
- Use 4x6 inch glossy photo paper (Canon, Epson, or HP brand recommended)
- Set printer to highest quality / photo mode
- Print at 100% scale — do not "fit to page" (this changes dimensions)
- Disable auto-enhancement or colour correction in printer settings
- Let the print dry fully before cutting
Caution: Home printers can produce visible inkjet lines or dots. DFAT may reject photos with poor print quality. If unsure about your printer's output, spending $0.20 at Officeworks is safer.
Cutting Your Photos
Kindro's print layout includes cut guides. Each photo is exactly 35 x 45 mm when cut correctly.
- Use a paper cutter or sharp scissors for clean, straight edges
- Cut along the guides — do not cut into the photo area
- Rough or jagged edges may cause rejection
- You need two photos for the passport application
Guarantor Endorsement
After printing and cutting your photos, one photo must be endorsed on the back by your guarantor — an Australian citizen who has known you for at least 12 months.
Your guarantor must write on the back of one photo:
"I certify that this is a true photo of [your full name]"
Followed by their own printed name and signature. The second photo is submitted without endorsement.
Print Specifications Summary
| Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Photo size | 35 x 45 mm |
| Print layout | 4x6 inch (multiple photos per sheet) |
| Paper type | Glossy photo paper |
| Resolution | 300 DPI (413 x 531 pixels) |
| Colour | Full colour (no black and white) |
| Photos needed | 2 per application (1 endorsed by guarantor) |