Australian Citizenship Photo Size: photo at 1200 × 1600 px
Resize your Australian citizenship photo to the official upload spec in one tap.
Choose an image to get started.
Official spec
| Online | JPEG, 1200 × 1600 px preferred, 70 KB – 3.5 MB |
|---|---|
| Paper photo size | 35–40 mm wide × 45–50 mm high |
| Face height | 32–36 mm |
| Source | Home Affairs: photo requirements for citizenship applications |
Checked 29 Oct 2026. Rules change; confirm in the latest official notice before you apply.
How it works
- Tap "Try it with a sample photo" or choose your photo (phone photo or scan).
- The preset fits it to exactly 1200 × 1600 px as JPG (Cover crops the edges; Contain adds white padding).
- Press Download and upload the JPG to the Australian citizenship form.
FAQ
What is the official Australian citizenship photo size?
Online: JPEG, 1200 × 1600 px preferred, 70 KB – 3.5 MB; Paper photo size: 35–40 mm wide × 45–50 mm high; Face height: 32–36 mm. Source: Home Affairs: photo requirements for citizenship applications.
Does this make my photo acceptable?
It sets the size only. Background, lighting, framing and content rules in the official notice still apply; this tool does not change the background.
Is my file uploaded?
No. Resizing and compression run in your browser; the image never leaves your device.