Australian Visa Photo — Home Affairs Compliant
Get an Australian Department of Home Affairs compliant visa photo (35×45mm) online. Required for partner visas (309/100), student visas (500), skilled worker (482/186) and tourist visa (600) applications.
Photo requirements
- Size: 35×45mm — same spec as Australian passport photo
- Background: Light grey or plain white — no shadows or patterns
- Expression: Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open looking straight at camera
- Glasses: Not recommended — may cause rejection
- Standard: Australian Department of Home Affairs compliant
Why Smart Passport Photo
- ✅ Free preview before you pay — see the result first
- ✅ Same spec as Australian passport — one photo works for both
- ✅ AI removes background and checks compliance automatically
- ✅ Free retake or refund if Home Affairs rejects the photo
- ✅ Accepted for all Australian visa subclasses requiring a biometric photo
- ✅ A$6.99 one-off, no subscription
- ✅ Photo deleted from our servers within 24 hours
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How it works
- 1. Stand in front of a plain wall with good lighting. Use your phone's rear camera at eye level. Neutral expression, eyes open, look straight at the camera.
- 2. Upload your photo. Our AI replaces the background, crops to 35×45mm and runs compliance checks.
- 3. Review the free preview. Retake for free if anything needs adjusting.
- 4. Download and use for your ImmiAccount online application, or print for a visa application centre.
Official resources
For the official specification, see Australian Home Affairs — photograph requirements. Smart Passport Photo is an independent service and is not affiliated with any government body.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a photo for an Australian visa?
It depends on the visa subclass. Most visa applications submitted through ImmiAccount (Australia's online immigration portal) require you to upload a biometric photo. Visa application centres (VACs) operated by VFS Global on behalf of Home Affairs also require printed photos for certain applicants.
Is an Australian visa photo the same size as an Australian passport photo?
Yes — both require a 35×45mm photo with a light grey or white background. If you have a recent Australian passport photo that meets the requirements, you can use the same image for a visa application.
What background does an Australian visa photo need?
Light grey or plain white. No patterns, shadows or coloured backgrounds. If your photo has a natural or indoor background, our AI removes and replaces it automatically.