PassportSnap AI
New Zealand flag

Oceania

New Zealand Passport Photo Size & Requirements

The New Zealand Passport photo size is 35x45 mm (1.38×1.77 in, 413×531 px at 300 DPI). The head should fill about 70-80% of the photo height, with the eye line near 55% from the bottom, on a light grey background.

Make this photo free →

Requirements at a glance

Photo size
35x45 mm
Pixels at 300 DPI
413×531 px
Head height
70-80%
Eye line (from bottom)
55%
Background
Light Grey
Format
JPG, 300 DPI

These are the preset values PassportSnap AI uses in its editor. They are not an official statement by the issuing authority, which decides what it accepts.

How to make a New Zealand Passport photo online

  1. Open the editor and choose this preset.
  2. Upload or take a clear, front-facing photo.
  3. Let the AI centre your face and remove the background.
  4. Download the photo or a print sheet.

Frequently asked questions

What is the New Zealand Passport photo size?

35x45 mm (413×531 pixels at 300 DPI, 1.38×1.77 inches).

What background colour is required for a New Zealand Passport photo?

Light Grey. Use a plain, evenly lit background with no shadows or patterns. PassportSnap AI can replace the background for you.

How big should my head be in a New Zealand Passport photo?

Head height should be about 70-80% of the photo height, and your eye line about 55% up from the bottom. The editor shows a guide for this.

Can I make a New Zealand Passport photo at home for free?

Yes. Upload a photo, let the AI centre your face and fix the background, then download a single photo or a printable 4x6, 5x7 or A4 sheet. Your photo never leaves your device.

Are the requirements official?

They follow the published rules as we understand them, but authorities can change them. Always check with the official passport authority of New Zealand before you submit.

Related photo sizes

Australia flagAustraliaPassport · 35×45mmUnited States flagUnited StatesPassport · 2x2 inUnited States flagUnited StatesPassport / Visa · 2x2 inUnited States flagUnited StatesVisa (DS-160) · 2x2 inUnited States flagUnited StatesGreen Card (I-485 / I-90) · 2x2 inUnited States flagUnited StatesGreen Card Lottery (DV) · 2x2 inUnited States flagUnited StatesCitizenship (N-400) · 2x2 inUnited States flagUnited StatesWork Permit (EAD I-765) · 2x2 in

See all countries →