New Zealand International Driving Permit Photo in Ireland
35 × 45 mm · white background · AA New Zealand
€7.99 digital file · prints in Dublin
Wrong size, background or crop? We fix it free or refund you in full. Refund policy
Rules last checked against AA New Zealand on 25 October 2026.
About this photo
For a New Zealand International Driving Permit photo, the AA New Zealand sets the print size at 35 x 45 mm. Neutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed, looking straight at the camera. Your head, chin to crown, should measure 32 to 36 mm on the print. Online, AA New Zealand online application takes an upload as a JPEG. A photo taken at home with a phone is fine provided it meets these rules; ask someone else to take it at eye level. Use a plain white or light grey or off-white background with nothing behind you and no shadow on the wall. Send us any clear picture and you get a New Zealand International Driving Permit photo at these measurements, background included, checked before checkout.
Photo requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Digital file | JPEG, for AA New Zealand online application |
| Background | white, also accepted: light grey, off-white |
| Head size | 71–80% of the photo height (32–36 mm, chin to crown, top of head, including hair) |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open |
| Glasses | Allowed. No tinted lenses or sunglasses. No glare on the lenses. Frames must not cover any part of the eyes. |
| Head coverings | Allowed for religious or medical reasons. The whole face from chin to forehead must be visible. |
| Head position | Facing the camera, tilted no more than 10° |
| Other rules | Neutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed, looking straight at the camera |
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How it works
1. Take or upload a photo
Use your phone camera against a plain wall, or pick a photo you already have.
2. We size and check it
We crop to the right size, replace the background and check it against the rules above.
3. Download and use it
Pay once, then download the digital file and the print sheet straight away.
If our processing gets the size, background or crop wrong for this document, we fix it free or refund you in full. Final acceptance is always decided by the issuing authority.
Questions about New Zealand International Driving Permit photos
What size is a New Zealand International Driving Permit photo?
New Zealand International Driving Permit photos are 35 × 45 mm. The head should fill 71–80% of the photo height (32–36 mm, chin to crown, top of head, including hair).
What background does a New Zealand International Driving Permit photo need?
A plain white background (light grey, off-white is also accepted), with no shadows, patterns or objects. We replace the background for you, but a plain wall gives the cleanest edges around your hair.
Can I wear glasses in a New Zealand International Driving Permit photo?
Yes. No tinted lenses or sunglasses. No glare on the lenses. Frames must not cover any part of the eyes.
Can I smile in a New Zealand International Driving Permit photo?
No. Keep a neutral expression with your mouth closed and your eyes open.
Can I wear a head covering?
Allowed for religious or medical reasons. The whole face from chin to forehead must be visible.
Can I take a New Zealand International Driving Permit photo at home?
Usually, yes, as long as it meets the rules above. Check the instructions for your application route, because final acceptance is always decided by AA New Zealand. PhotoPass ID sizes your photo and checks it against these rules before you pay.
What file does the online application need?
A digital photo file: JPEG, for AA New Zealand online application. Your download is prepared to these settings.
How much does a New Zealand International Driving Permit photo cost in Ireland?
€7.99 for the digital file, paid once. Prints with pharmacy pickup or delivery in Dublin are also available at selected times.
What if something is wrong with my photo?
If our processing gets the size, background or crop wrong for this document, we fix it free or refund you in full. Final acceptance is always decided by the issuing authority.
Official source: AA New Zealand
Read the rules on the authority's website: AA New Zealand (aa.co.nz).
Rules last checked against AA New Zealand on 25 October 2026.
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