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NEW ZEALAND / PASSPORT

New Zealand passport · digital photo requirements

Photo dimensions, format and submission guidance for your application.

900 × 1200 pxDigitalPrepare from your own photo

Use a 3:4 portrait, 900–4500 px wide and 1200–6000 px tall. Keep the original appearance and background. Do not take a selfie.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Photo requirements

Read the official source
Dimensions900 × 1200 px
FramingCheck the authority’s framing diagram
BackgroundPlain, light-coloured
Format & fileJPEG; 250 KB–5 MB
Photo routePrepare from your own photo
Source reviewedOctober 1, 2026
BEFORE YOU UPLOAD

Prepare a suitable original

Start with a sharp, recent photograph of one person, facing the camera. Keep the face visible and lighting even. Leave room around the head and shoulders so the photo can be framed without stretching it.

Check the application route

Use a 3:4 portrait, 900–4500 px wide and 1200–6000 px tall. Keep the original appearance and background. Do not take a selfie.

Keep your appearance natural

Keep the original background and your natural facial features. Avoid beauty filters, facial retouching or invented detail. If the lighting or background does not meet the requirements, take a new photograph.

Review the preview

The preview detects a face and suggests a crop for the selected shape. Head positioning is approximate. It does not verify all requirements, issue an official photo code or guarantee acceptance. Review the original against the official guidance before submitting your final photo.

New Zealand Passports

Primary source for this guide.

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Frequently asked questions

What size is the New Zealand passport photo (digital)?

This profile uses 900 × 1200 px for the digital route. Use a 3:4 portrait, 900–4500 px wide and 1200–6000 px tall. Keep the original appearance and background. Do not take a selfie.

Can I submit the preview?

No. Previews are small and permanently watermarked. They help you inspect framing, but are not final application photos or evidence of compliance.

Who makes the final acceptance decision?

The authority receiving your application. Read its current instructions, including the rules for the particular submission route, before applying.

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