Resize Your New Zealand Visa and Passport Photo
A New Zealand passport photo (online) must meet these official rules. Size: 900 x 1200 px to 4500 x 6000 px. File size: 250 KB to 5 MB. Background: plain and light-coloured, with strong contrast.
New Zealand photo specifications
Disclaimer: visapicresizer.com is an independent tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any government, embassy, consulate, or immigration authority. All photo specifications shown are sourced from publicly available official documents for informational purposes only. Always verify current requirements on the official government website before submitting your application.
Passport photo (online)
| Print size | Not stated by the source |
|---|---|
| Pixel size | 900 x 1200 px to 4500 x 6000 px |
| File size | 250 KB to 5 MB |
| DPI | Not stated by the source |
| Head size | Not stated by the source |
| Background | Plain and light-coloured, with strong contrast. |
| Glasses | Allowed if your eyes are clearly visible |
| Head covering | Religious or medical reasons only |
| Expression | Neutral, no smiling, mouth closed, eyes open. |
| File format | JPEG |
| Photo age | Up to 6 months |
Good to know
- Selfies are rejected and scans of printed photos are not accepted.
- You may crop to the correct head size. Do not edit, filter or use AI to change how you look.
- Paper application forms say the background must not be white.
Official sources
Last checked: 2026-11-05
Visa or NZeTA photo
| Print size | Not stated by the source |
|---|---|
| Pixel size | 900 x 1200 px to 2250 x 3000 px |
| File size | 512 KB to 3 MB |
| DPI | Not stated by the source |
| Head size | 70-80% of the photo |
| Background | Neutral and plain. The guide for photographers says light-coloured, not white. |
| Glasses | Allowed if your eyes are clearly visible |
| Head covering | Religious or medical reasons only |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open. |
| File format | JPEG |
| Photo age | Up to 6 months |
Good to know
- The size limit here is the stricter reading of two pages: one says 512 KB to 3.14 MB, and the guide for photographers says 500 KB to 3 MB.
- Photos must be unaltered: no filters, AI editing, brightness or colour changes, or digitally removed objects.
Official sources
- Immigration New Zealand: Acceptable photos for a visa or NZeTA
- Immigration New Zealand: Taking acceptable visa photos
Last checked: 2026-11-05
How to resize your photo
- Choose New Zealand and your document in the tool. This page starts with the passport photo (online).
- Add your photo by dragging it in, pasting it or browsing for it. It stays on your device.
- Drag and zoom until the head and shoulders sit correctly in the frame.
- Check the size and file details under What you'll get.
- Download the JPEG, then compare it with the official page before you apply.
Common mistakes
- Using the wrong background. The rule: plain and light-coloured, with strong contrast.
- Forgetting the glasses rule: allowed if your eyes are clearly visible.
- Reusing an old photo. It can be up to 6 months old.
- Retouching the photo or adding filters. This authority does not allow altered photos.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a New Zealand passport photo (online)?
A New Zealand passport photo (online) must be 900 x 1200 px to 4500 x 6000 px. The file size must be 250 KB to 5 MB.
What size is a New Zealand visa or NZeTA photo?
A New Zealand visa or NZeTA photo must be 900 x 1200 px to 2250 x 3000 px. The file size must be 512 KB to 3 MB.
What background does a New Zealand photo need?
For the passport photo (online), the background must be: plain and light-coloured, with strong contrast.
Can I wear glasses in a New Zealand photo?
For the passport photo (online): allowed if your eyes are clearly visible.
Can I wear a head covering in a New Zealand photo?
For the passport photo (online): religious or medical reasons only.
How old can a New Zealand photo be?
The passport photo (online) can be up to 6 months old.
Is my photo uploaded to your server?
No. The photo is processed in your browser and stays on your device.
Does this tool guarantee my photo will be accepted?
No. It sizes your photo to the stated rules, but the authority makes the final decision. Check the official New Zealand page before you apply.