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Free New Zealand Passport (paper applications) Photo Maker
Use our free AI maker to snap and generate a compliant New Zealand Passport (paper applications) photo. Exact 35x45mm (1.4x1.8 in) dimensions with a light grey background at 600 DPI.
Requirements Summary
Dimensions
35 x 45 mm
1.4 x 1.8 inches
Resolution
600 DPI
Min 827x1063px
Background
Light grey
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Head Size
65% — 80%
of photo height
Eye Position
55%
from bottom
Official Requirements
- Photo must be recent, taken within the last 6 months
- Plain light grey background (off-white or cream also acceptable)
- Portrait photo; face must occupy 70–80% of photo height (chin to crown)
- Head must face directly forward, eyes open looking at camera
- Neutral expression, mouth closed (no smiling)
- No hair covering the face
- No glasses
- No hats or head coverings unless for religious reasons
- Color photo required; no digital editing or filters
- Online applications: digital JPEG, 900–4500 px wide, 1200–6000 px tall, 250 KB–5 MB
Apply officially
Once your photo is ready, submit your application via the official New Zealand government portal.
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Pro Tips
- Use natural, even lighting
- Keep a neutral expression
- Look directly into the lens
- Remove glasses and hats
