35x45mm New Zealand Passport Photo

Avoid These Common Mistakes

• Avoid Shadows in Background – Stand a little away from the wall to prevent shadows.
• Overexposure or Underexposure – Ensure lighting is balanced to avoid excessive brightness or darkness.
• Glare on Glasses – If you wear glasses, take them off or slightly tilt your head to reduce glare.
• Head Wrong Size – Check that your head is positioned correctly within the frame.

Additional Compliance Tips

• No Digital Edits – Do not retouch or change facial features.
• Natural Light Only – Avoid colored lighting that alters skin tone.
• Face Fully Visible – No hair covering the eyes or forehead.
• Focus & Sharpness – Ensure the image is sharp and free of pixelation.

Print and Submit Directorates

• Digital Applications – Check the pixel size, file format (JPEG, PNG, PDF), and resolution before uploading.
• For Physical Applications – Print your photograph on high-quality matte or glossy paper.
• Check Your Government Compliance – Our system helps confirm your photo meets government requirements before submission!

How to take a New Zealand Passport Offline photo using a phone

So long as your smartphone has a good quality camera, you can certainly use it to take a picture for your passport. With that being said, however, selfies are not acceptable, so follow these steps:

• Ask someone to take your picture for you.
• Position them 5-7 feet away so that only your upper body is in the shot.
• Alternatively, use a tripod set up between 5-7 feet away. Move it as necessary to get the perfect picture.

How can i convert my photo to passport size?

While you can convert the size of pictures using a variety of methods, the best option is to use our passport photo tool - PhotoGov. That way, you can rest assured you’ll have a high-quality, properly sized end product, one that isn’t distorted or blurred by stretching or compressing.

I already have a digital passport photo. How do i print it?

If you have a digital photograph, unfortunately, you won’t just be able to print it out on printer paper. You specifically need a high-quality print on either matte or glossy photo paper. You can either achieve this by visiting any photo service or by using our tool to print your image off at home.

Where to get a passport photo

Pharmacies and drug stores

Well-known medicinal retail brands, namely Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid, proffer immediate passport photo solutions in-store. Do anticipate a charge, with most services priced around the $15 mark.

Shipping centers

Shipping giants like UPS, FedEx, and adjacent shipping facilities also cater to passport photo needs, mirroring the services of typical drugstores. At a going rate of around $15, it stands as a worthy alternative if you're considering external providers for your passport imagery.

Post offices and other passport acceptance agents

It's customary for post offices and agencies of a similar function to be equipped for passport applications, which includes offering photographic sessions. Maintaining the price consistency as observed earlier, you can typically expect a fee around the $15 ballpark.

Retail stores

Retail venues frequently host areas meant for passport photo shoots, assuring quality pictures in line with norms. Even though each establishment might set its own rate, you can usually anticipate a decent pricing range.