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Upload once.
We handle everything
else.

No appointment. No Post Office queue. No guessing if your photo meets the rules. Upload from home, we review it against your country's official specs, print professionally, and deliver to your door.

Upload your photo
JPG, PNG, HEIC · any device
Australia
Expert reviewing your photo…
Approved - meets all specs
Printing now · Dispatches today
The full process

Four steps. Done in minutes.

Here's exactly what happens from the moment you upload to the moment your prints arrive at your door.

01
Choose & Upload
~2 minutes
02
Expert Review
~1–3 hours
03
Professional Print
same day
04
Delivered
1–2 days
Step by step

Exactly what happens
after you upload.

1
Step 1 · ~2 minutes

Choose your country.
Upload your photo.

Select which country's passport, visa, or ID you need the photo for. Upload any photo from your phone, camera, or computer - even an existing one. JPG, PNG, HEIC accepted. Our team checks everything, so it doesn't need to be perfect yet.

60+ countries with official specs pre-loaded
Upload from any device - phone, tablet or desktop
JPG, PNG, HEIC supported · any file size
No account required · no app to download
Drop your photo here
or browse from your device
Choose file
JPGPNGHEIC
Selected country Australia
2
Step 2 · 1–3 hours

A real human reviews
every detail.

A trained expert checks your photo against your country's official government specifications - not just AI software. Background colour, head position, expression, lighting, eye openness, shadows, and resolution are all assessed by human eyes. If anything needs fixing, we'll tell you exactly what and offer a free retake.

Human expert - not automated AI alone
Checked against official government specifications
Free retake if anything needs correcting
Review completed within 1–3 hours of order
Expert review · In progress
Reviewing
Background - plain white, no shadows
Head position - centred, correct size
Lighting - uniform, no shadows
Eyes - open, facing forward
Resolution - checking DPI…
Review progress92%
3
Step 3 · same day

Printed on professional
dye sublimation.

Once approved, your photos are printed on professional dye sublimation equipment - the only print method accepted by the Australian Passport Office and consulates worldwide. Not inkjet. Not laser. Professional photo-grade only.

Dye sublimation - the only accepted print method
High-gloss photographic paper, zero marks or artefacts
Cropped and sized to exact government dimensions
Digital file emailed to you same day (all plans)
4 prints included with Print + Digital plan
4
Step 4 · 1–2 business days

Delivered to your
door, Australia-wide.

Your photos are packaged in a protective rigid envelope and dispatched via tracked Australia Post. You'll receive a tracking number by email. Delivery to all Australian states and territories in 1–2 business days. Digital file arrives within hours.

Free tracked delivery Australia-wide
Rigid protective packaging - no bent corners
Email tracking number on dispatch
Digital file emailed within hours of order
If rejected, we reprint and redeliver - free
Order #PP-8842 · Tracking
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Order
placed
Photo
reviewed
Printed &
packed
In
transit
Delivered
to you
Delivering to your address
Protected rigid mailer · No bending
100% acceptance guarantee - rejected? We reprint & redeliver free.
100% Acceptance Guarantee
Photo rejected by the passport office? We reprint and redeliver at absolutely no cost to you.
Real Human Expert
Every single photo is reviewed by a trained person - not just automated AI software.
Same-Day Digital
Your high-res digital file is emailed within hours - ready for online visa applications immediately.
Private & Secure
Your photo is encrypted in transit and permanently deleted from our servers after 30 days.
Simple pricing

Pick your plan.
Order in 4 minutes.

All plans include expert human review, acceptance guarantee, and your country's exact specifications pre-loaded. No surprises.

Digital
Digital Only
$9.95
one-time · emailed same day
High-res digital file emailed instantly
Government-compliant specifications
Human expert review included
Unlimited free retakes
60+ countries supported
Get Digital Photo
Family
Printed + Digital Copy
$16.95
up to 4 people · one delivery
Up to 4 people in one order
Different countries per person
Prints + digital for each person
Free tracked delivery - one parcel
Acceptance guarantee for all
Order Combo
FAQs

Still wondering
something?

Everything you need to know about how the PassPhoto process works - before, during and after your order.

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What kind of photo should I upload?
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Any recent photo of yourself taken against a plain, light background. Don't worry if it's not perfect - our expert team will tell you if it needs to be retaken before printing. You can use your phone camera, a regular camera, or even an existing digital photo if it's recent and meets the basic requirements. Our team will guide you through anything that needs to change.
How long does the whole process take?
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Ordering takes about 4 minutes. Your digital file is emailed within hours of your order being placed. For Print + Digital orders, your printed photos are dispatched same day (for orders placed before 2pm) and delivered in 1–2 business days anywhere in Australia.
What if my photo gets rejected by the passport office?
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We'll reprint and redeliver your photos at absolutely no cost to you - that's our 100% acceptance guarantee. Just email us a copy of the rejection notice and we'll take care of everything. In practice, our expert review means rejection almost never happens.
Can I order photos for multiple countries at once?
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Yes - the Family Bundle lets you order for up to 4 people in a single order, even with different countries for each person. If you need photos for different countries individually, simply place separate orders. Alternatively, contact us directly and we can help arrange a custom order.
Is the digital file the same as the printed file?
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Yes. The digital file you receive is the exact same high-resolution file used to produce your prints - resized and formatted to your country's official specifications at 600 dpi minimum. It's ready for online passport applications, visa submissions, or any other official use that accepts digital passport photos.
What countries do you support?
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We support 60+ countries including Australia, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Philippines, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, USA, Canada, UK, Singapore, Malaysia and many more. Every country's official government photo specifications are pre-loaded in our system. View all supported countries →
What happens after I upload my photo?
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You'll receive an order confirmation email immediately. A trained expert then reviews your photo - usually within 1–3 hours. If everything is perfect, your photos go straight to print. If anything needs adjusting, we'll email you with specific guidance and a free retake option. Once printed, you'll receive a dispatch email with your tracking number.
Helpful Guides

Everything you need
to know.

View all guides
Australian passport photo requirements Country Guide
Australian Passport Photo Requirements 2026
The official 35×45mm spec, white background rules, and what the Department of Home Affairs accepts.
5 min · Updated 2026
Chinese passport photo requirements in Australia Country Guide
Chinese Passport Photos in Australia
Living in Australia and renewing your Chinese passport? The 33×48mm spec and what the Sydney consulate accepts.
5 min · Updated 2026
How to take passport photos at home How-To
How to Take Passport Photos at Home
Lighting, framing, and background tips so your first upload passes compliance review every time.
6 min · Updated 2026
UK passport photos in Australia Country Guide
UK Passport Photos in Australia
HMPO specs, the 1-month recency rule, and the pale grey background requirement explained.
4 min read
Korean passport photos in Australia Country Guide
Korean Passport Photos in Australia
35×45mm specs, biometric requirements, and what the Korean consulate in Sydney accepts.
4 min read
Vietnamese passport photos in Australia Country Guide
Vietnamese Passport Photos in Australia
Size, background, and expression rules for Vietnamese passport renewals through the Sydney consulate.
4 min read
Philippine passport photos in Australia Country Guide
Philippine Passport Photos in Australia
DFA specs including the both-ears-visible rule and white background requirements for Filipinos in Australia.
4 min read
Indian passport photos in Australia Country Guide
Indian Passport Photos in Australia
VFS Global specs - white background, 35×45mm, and what the Indian consulate accepts for OCI and passports.
4 min read
Lebanese passport photos in Australia Country Guide
Lebanese Passport Photos in Australia
Official Lebanese General Security specs and what the Sydney consulate requires for renewals.
4 min read
Passport photos near me in Australia How-To
Passport Photos Near Me
Why ordering online beats your local chemist - faster, cheaper, and accepted on first submission.
4 min read
Hong Kong passport photos in Australia Country Guide
Hong Kong Passport Photos in Australia
HKSAR Immigration specs, 40×50mm format, and what the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office accepts.
4 min read
Why passport photos get rejected in Australia How-To
Why Passport Photos Get Rejected
The 13 most common rejection reasons - shadows, head size, expression, background, and more.
6 min read