🇦🇺Australia ID Card Photo for $1
Get a compliant 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8") photo in 2 minutes. Accepted or money back.
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements
We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
What You Get
Digital Photo
413×531px JPG
4×6 Print Sheet
6 photos included
We never see your photo
Unlike other services, our AI processes everything and never store your data. We don't know who you are and we also don't care who you are. We have only one mission is to help you easily create your id photo.
Privacy first
Australia ID Card Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8") |
| Digital size | 413 × 531 px |
| Background | White |
| Head size | Face height 32-36mm (70-80% of photo) |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| Paper type | Glossy or Matte |
| Printable | Yes |
| Digital submission | Yes |
How It Works
Get your perfect id card photo in under 3 minutes
1. Take or upload a photo
Use any selfie or photo. No special setup needed — our AI handles the rest.
2. AI processes your photo
Background removal, perfect cropping, and compliance check — all automatic in seconds.
Common Reasons Photos Get Rejected
Glasses
Wrong head size
Wrong background
Shadow on face
Shadow on background
Wrong photo size — Must be 35x45mm (passport-sized), not the US 2x2 inch format
Wearing glasses — All eyeglasses must be removed for NSW Photo Card and ID photos
Non-white background — Background must be plain white or light grey with no patterns or shadows
Face obscured by hair — Hair must not cover the face, particularly the eyes
Wrong expression — Must have neutral expression with mouth closed and no smiling
Photo too old — Must be taken within the last 6 months to reflect current appearance
Printing Your Photo
For mail-in applications, print your photo on 4×6 photo paper at any drugstore. Our download includes a print-ready template with multiple photos — you only need 2 for most applications.
Use glossy or matte photo paper, not regular printer paper. When printing, select "actual size" or "no scaling" to ensure the photos are exactly 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8").
| Paper size | 4×6 inches |
| Paper type | Glossy or matte photo paper |
| Print quality | 300 DPI minimum |
Digital Submission Requirements
For online applications, you'll upload a digital photo directly. Our tool exports photos that meet all digital requirements automatically.
| File format | JPEG |
| Dimensions | 413×531px |
| Aspect ratio | Portrait (7:9) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is an Australian ID photo?
35x45mm (3.5x4.5cm). This is the same size as an Australian passport photo and follows the standard biometric format used across Australia.
Can I wear glasses in my Australian ID photo?
No. All eyeglasses and sunglasses must be removed for the photo, even if you normally wear them for driving or vision correction.
What background color is required for Australian ID photos?
Plain white or light grey. The background must contrast with your face and have no patterns, textures, or shadows.
Can I smile in my Australian ID photo?
No. You must maintain a neutral facial expression with your mouth closed. Smiling is not permitted.
Is an Australian ID photo the same as a passport photo?
Yes. Australian ID cards, driver licences, and passport photos all use the same 35x45mm biometric format with similar requirements.
Ready to create your id card photo?
Compliant photo in 2 minutes. Only $1.
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
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Related Documents
Official source: https://www.nsw.gov.au/driving-boating-and-transport/driver-and-rider-licences/proof-of-identity/taking-your-photo/photo-requirements