Queensland Blue Card Photo in New Zealand
35 × 45 mm · white background · Blue Card Services
$11.99 digital file
Wrong size, background or crop? We fix it free or refund you in full. Refund policy
Rules last checked against Blue Card Services on 25 October 2026.
About this photo
A Queensland Blue Card photo for the Blue Card Services is 35 by 45 mm when printed. Neutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed, looking straight at the camera. This one is still a paper process, which means printed photos and no online upload. The Blue Card Services takes your photo at the counter when you apply, so a photo of your own is usually not needed for this document. Head height from chin to crown is 32 to 36 mm. Use a plain white or light grey or off-white background with nothing behind you and no shadow on the wall. We make the Queensland Blue Card photo to this specification from your own picture and show you the result before you pay.
Photo requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Do
Don't
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 Queensland Blue Card photos
What size is a Queensland Blue Card photo?
Queensland Blue Card 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 Queensland Blue Card 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 Queensland Blue Card 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 Queensland Blue Card 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 Queensland Blue Card 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 Blue Card Services. PhotoPass ID sizes your photo and checks it against these rules before you pay.
How much does a Queensland Blue Card photo cost in New Zealand?
$11.99 for the digital file, paid once. It includes a print-at-home sheet you can print at any photo shop.
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: Blue Card Services
Read the rules on the authority's website: Blue Card Services (qld.gov.au).
Rules last checked against Blue Card Services on 25 October 2026.
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