New Zealand Passport Photo Maker

Drop your photo, line it up in the frame and download a JPEG at 900 × 1200 px, 250 KB–5 MB. The settings below are already filled in for the New Zealand Passport Photo.

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New Zealand Passport Photo requirements

New Zealand Passport Photo size guide — 900 × 1200 px (3:4) · 900 × 1200 px at 600 DPI · Head height 55%–72% of photo height — New Zealand Passport Photo size guide

Size	900 × 1200 px (3:4)
Pixels (our output)	900 × 1200 px at 600 DPI
File size	250 KB–5 MB
Format	JPEG
Background	Light grey, White
Head height	55%–72% of photo height

At least 900 × 1200 pixels, portrait 3:4, JPG
File size 250 KB to 5 MB
Plain light grey or white background, even lighting
Neutral expression, eyes open, no glasses

Checked against official guidance in October 2026. Requirements change from time to time. Check the latest rules from New Zealand Passports (DIA).

Frequently asked questions

What size is a New Zealand Passport Photo?

900 × 1200 px (3:4). Picwright exports 900 × 1200 pixels at 600 DPI, 250 KB–5 MB, as a JPEG.

What background colour is required?

A plain light grey or white background. If yours is not, Picwright can replace it with AI right in your browser.

Is my photo uploaded anywhere?

No. Cropping, background removal and compression all run on your device. Nothing is uploaded or stored.

Are these the latest official requirements?

They are taken from the official guidance of New Zealand Passports (DIA), but rules change. Always check the current notice or official page before you submit.