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Australia Passport Photo — online renewal
Australia Passport — online renewal photos can't be made online: online renewal only accepts a photo code from a registered photo provider. Here is what the official rules say (head 32–36 mm from chin to crown, white or light grey background, taken within 6 months), and how to get a photo that is accepted the first time.
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Where to get it instead
Why online tools don't work: online renewal only accepts a photo code from a registered photo provider.
Book a photo studio or a pharmacy photo counter that takes Australia Passport — online renewal photos, and bring the requirements below so you can check the photo before you leave.
Official requirements
- Head size
- Same passport photo guidelines apply (32–36 mm chin to crown).
- Background
- a plain white or light grey background that contrasts with your face
- Glasses
- As passport print rules.
- Head covering
- As passport print rules.
- Expression
- As passport print rules.
- Taken within
- 6 months
Source: passports.gov.au. Last checked Nov 7, 2026.
What counts as an altered photo
“any retouching, such as removing moles, wrinkles or scars”Official rule
“Even small edits like smoothing skin, brightening the background or removing shadows can affect the accuracy of biometric checks”Official example of an altered photo
Australia Passport — online renewal photo questions
Can I take my own Australia Passport — online renewal photo at home?
No. The official rules require the photo to be taken by a professional or on site.
Can I wear glasses in my Australia Passport — online renewal photo?
The official rule: “As passport print rules.”
Can I smile in my Australia Passport — online renewal photo?
The official rule: “As passport print rules.”
Can I wear a hat or head covering?
The official rule: “As passport print rules.”
How recent must the photo be?
It must have been taken within the last 6 months.
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