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NZpassportchecked November 10, 2026

New Zealand passport photo

900 × 1200 px – 4500 × 6000 px

New Zealand passport photos are uploaded as a digital file of 900 × 1200 px – 4500 × 6000 px, on a light-coloured background.

900 px 1200 px

Checks

  1. Add a photo to see the crop and the checks.

New Zealand passport photo rules

900 px 1200 px
Head height
not specified
Digital file
900 × 1200 px – 4500 × 6000 px, JPG, 250–5120 KB
Background
light-coloured
Glasses
Allowed with clear lenses and thin frames, no glare
Expression
neutral, mouth closed
Editing
The agency forbids software edits and background replacement.

“Crop it to the correct head size before submitting. Do not edit, apply filters, or use AI tools to modify how you look.”

  • Selfies are rejected: have someone else take it from 1.5 m.
  • Leave a clear gap around the top and sides of the head; include shoulders and upper chest.

What we do: crop, straighten and resize your photo to the exact size. We never retouch your face or change the background.

How it works

  1. Take the photo

    Stand in front of a plain light wall, face the camera, keep your mouth closed. Ask someone else to take it at arm's length or more.

  2. Check it here

    Pick the document and add the photo. Face landmarks and the background mask are computed in your browser.

  3. Fix what failed

    Each failed check says what to change. Retake the photo until every line passes.

  4. Get the file

    Order the full-resolution file and, for printed documents, a 4 × 6 in sheet to print at any photo counter.

Questions

What size is a New Zealand passport photo?

A digital file of 900 × 1200 px – 4500 × 6000 px.

What background colour does a New Zealand passport photo need?

Light-coloured. Plain, evenly lit, with no shadows or objects behind you.

Can I wear glasses in a New Zealand passport photo?

Allowed with clear lenses and thin frames, no glare

Can I take a New Zealand passport photo at home?

Yes, as long as it meets the rules above. Take it against a plain wall in daylight, then check it here. We crop it to the exact size without editing it.

Will you remove the background or retouch my face?

No. Most passport offices reject edited photos, so we only crop, straighten and resize.