Create New Zealand Passport Photo Online 35 x 45 mm

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New Zealand Passport Photo

Size	35 x 45 mm
Resolution	300 dpi
Background	White

How to take a photo?

Look Straight at the Camera

Ensure you are looking straight at the camera to establish proper eye contact.

Avoid Shadow on Face

Shadows on the face or background in a passport photo can create an inconsistent appearance.

Do not tilt your face

Keep your head straight and centered, facing the camera directly.

Keep your Mouth Closed

Do not open your mouth, and make sure to maintain a natural and appropriate expression.

Clear Glasses With No Reflection

Only wear clear or non-tinted glasses to ensure your eyes are visible and do not reflect any light.

Neat and Tidy

Ensure your appearance, especially your hair, is well-groomed and styled neatly.

Avoid Covering your Face

Do not cover your face, and ensure that your entire face is clearly visible in the photo.

Avoid Hair on your Face

Make sure your hair is not covering your face so that it is fully visible in the photo.

Children free of dummies

If taking a picture of an infant, make sure they are not holding any dummies or other accessories.

Do not Smile

Do not smile in the photo to ensure it looks professional and appropriate.

No Headgear

Avoid covering your head or wearing accessories that could hide your face.

Children must look Straight

Make sure that children look straight at the camera, and their head position is centered.

Clothing color matching the background

Avoid wearing clothes that match the background color, as it makes the subject harder to distinguish.

Recent Photo

Taken within 6 months.

Background

White

Size and Dimensions

35 mm x 45mm standard.

Resolution

Minimum 300 dpi required.

Photo Quality

Clear, no creases or marks.

Face Visibility

Entire face is fully visible.

Face Orientation

Face straight, no tilt.

No Red-Eye

Red-eye effect not allowed.

Why do I need a special tool to make a NZ passport photo?

The New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs has specific requirements for passport photos, including size, resolution, and formatting. Our New Zealand Passport Photo Maker ensures that your photo meets these requirements, reducing the risk of your application being rejected.

Can I edit my NZ passport photo with this tool?

Yes, once your passport photo is ready, all you need to do is navigate with its “Edit preferences” button as it enables editing as your preferences.

Do I need to sign my New Zealand passport photo?

No, you do not need to sign your photo. However, you will need to sign your NZ passport application form.

How many passport photos do I need to provide?

You will need to provide one recent passport photo with your New Zealand passport application. Besides that, ,an online New Zealand Passport Photo Maker provides you printable PDFs that are packed with more than 2 photos according to page size.