New Zealand: photo requirements

Photo file upload · Published requirements checked

Pixels

3:4; width 900–4500 and height 1200–6000

File

JPG/JPEG; 250 KB–5 MB

Photo

Less than 6 months old; no selfie; light background

Editing

Cropping is described; no filters or changes to natural appearance

Export setting: 1500 × 2000 px, JPEG. Selected export settings are distinguished from official requirements above. Framing overlays are advisory.

• Our 1500×2000 export is one allowed size. The authority also offers a free technical checker.

Research reviewed 7 September 2026. The application authority decides acceptance.

Photo file upload · Published requirements checked

Pixels

900×1200 to 2250×3000

File

JPEG/JPG; 500 KB–3 MB

Photo

Less than 6 months old; not the passport biodata image

Export setting: 1500 × 2000 px, JPEG. Selected export settings are distinguished from official requirements above. Framing overlays are advisory.

• The cited visitor-visa guide is from June 2024. Verify a changed portal before broadening to every visa category.

Research reviewed 7 September 2026. The application authority decides acceptance.