Queensland Driver Licence Photo in New Zealand
35 × 45 mm · white background · Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads
$11.99 digital file
Wrong size, background or crop? We fix it free or refund you in full. Refund policy
Rules last checked against Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads on 25 October 2026.
About this photo
The Queensland Driver Licence photo accepted by the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads is a 35 by 45 mm portrait. Applications are made with printed photos, so you need a physical copy rather than an upload. Behind you: plain white or light grey or off-white, lit evenly so no shadow falls on the face or the wall. Head height from chin to crown is 32 to 36 mm. The photo is taken at the customer service centre; a remote photo kit exists for people who cannot attend. The Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads takes your photo at the counter when you apply, so a photo of your own is usually not needed for this document. We crop your picture to the Queensland Driver Licence format, set the background and check the head size 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 | The photo is taken at the customer service centre; a remote photo kit exists for people who cannot attend; 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 Driver Licence photos
What size is a Queensland Driver Licence photo?
Queensland Driver Licence 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 Driver Licence 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 Driver Licence 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 Driver Licence 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 Driver Licence 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 Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads. PhotoPass ID sizes your photo and checks it against these rules before you pay.
How much does a Queensland Driver Licence 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: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads
Read the rules on the authority's website: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (qld.gov.au).
Rules last checked against Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads on 25 October 2026.
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