OFFICIAL CONSULAR STANDARDSSPECIFICATION RECORD: OCTOBER 5, 2026New Zealand Passport Photo Size & Requirements
Prepare New Zealand passport photos at 900×1200 px with Plain plain light background. Check the receiving authority’s current instructions before submitting.
This summary describes the recorded New Zealand photo specifications. Check the official source below for your application route; the receiving authority decides whether a photo is acceptable.
New Zealand Passport photo requirements at a glance
New Zealand passport photo: do and don't
Do
- Frame the photo at 900×1200 px, with the head taking up 70-80% of the height.
- Use a plain plain light background.
- For an online upload, save one JPEG no larger than 5120KB.
- Use a recent photo that looks like you today.
Don't
- Don't wear glasses, to be safe: some offices accept clear lenses with no glare, but removing them avoids the most common rejection.
- Don't smile or open your mouth; keep a neutral expression.
- Don't wear a hat or head covering unless it is for religious or medical reasons.
- Don't leave shadows on your face or on the background behind you.
What a New Zealand passport photo costs
NZ$9.99 for the standard download: one JPEG sized for upload plus a printable sheet. NZ$15.99 adds a specialist review and a compliance report. You see the automated check before you pay, there is no account or subscription, and our refund policy covers a photo rejected for a photo-rule reason.
Photo sizes by document // New Zealand
- Dimensions:900×1200 px
- Background:Plain plain light background
- Head Ratio:70-80%
- Quality:JPEG · ≤5120KB
- Dimensions:900×1200 px
- Background:Plain plain light background
- Head Ratio:70-80%
- Quality:JPEG · ≤3072KB
How to Make a New Zealand Passport Photo Online
Take a front-facing selfie with your phone camera or upload an existing portrait. Our live viewfinder ensures proper face angle and neutral expression.
The engine prepares the background and crops to 900×1200 px. Review the individual assessment and application instructions.
Download a 900×1200 px JPEG (maximum 5120KB) and an A4 print sheet. Review the single image against your application requirements before uploading.
The recorded 35×45 mm size matches the most common document size in our dataset (35×45 mm). In the same dataset, head-height range 70-80% matches; the recorded background (plain plain light background) differs from the most common background colour.
Frequently Asked Questions for New Zealand Passport Photos
What are the photo size and background rules for a New Zealand Passport?
A New Zealand passport photo is 35×45 mm (900×1200 pixels for a digital upload), with a plain plain light background. The recorded head-height range is 70-80%. Output settings: 600 DPI, JPEG. Recorded file-size limit: 5120KB. Check the linked source for the submission route you are using.
Can I take this photo with my smartphone?
Yes. Our AI engine automatically corrects perspective distortion, extracts the subject, replaces the backdrop with the required consular color, and verifies lighting and eye height.
What if my photo is rejected by the embassy?
The receiving authority decides whether to accept your photo. If it is rejected, contact support and review our refund policy.
Q:How do I print my New Zealand Passport photo?
ApprovaVisa provides a single 900×1200 px JPEG (maximum 5120KB) and an A4 tiled print sheet with cut marks. Upload the single JPEG to the application portal. Print the sheet at actual size and check the mission’s paper-photo instructions.
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