New Zealand passport photo size & requirements
New Zealand passport photos are 35 x 45 mm with a plain light background and a head height of about 32–36 mm.
- Photo size
- 35 x 45 mm
- Resolution
- 300 DPI
- Head height
- Head height (chin to crown) of about 32–36 mm
- Background
- Plain light grey or white
New Zealand passport photo requirements
- Printed photos must be 35 x 45 mm; New Zealand also accepts a digital photo for online renewals.
- Plain, light-coloured background (grey or white).
- Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible.
- Even lighting with no shadows, flash reflections, or red-eye.
- No sunglasses; remove glasses where possible.
- Recent photo taken within the last six months.
Make your New Zealand passport photo
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