Australia Visa Photo from Bangladesh (35×45mm DFAT)
Updated May 2026 · For Bangladeshi applicants · Visitor (600), Student (500), Work (482), Skilled (189)
⚠ Bangladeshi passport size is WRONG for Australia visa
Bangladeshi passport photos are 45×55 mm. Australia visa requires 35×45 mm. Not interchangeable. Get a separate Australia photo before your VFS Global AVAC appointment in Dhaka.
Australia visa photos are 35×45 mm with plain white background, per DFAT (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade). For Bangladeshi applicants the format is SMALLER than the Bangladeshi passport (45×55 mm). Same spec at all 3 VFS Global AVAC locations in Bangladesh — Dhaka, Chittagong, Sylhet.
Spec at a glance
| Size | 35 × 45 mm (NOT 45×55 Bangladeshi passport) |
| Pixels (ImmiAccount) | 900 × 1125 px minimum |
| Background | Plain white or light grey |
| Face height (chin to crown) | 32 - 36 mm |
| Glasses | Not allowed (banned 2016) |
| File format | JPEG, 500 KB - 5 MB |
| Photo age | Last 6 months |
VFS Global AVAC centres in Bangladesh
- Dhaka (Gulshan-2) — main centre, serves capital and central Bangladesh
- Chittagong — south-eastern Bangladesh
- Sylhet — north-eastern Bangladesh, diaspora hub region
Where to get the photo in Bangladesh
- VFS Global AVAC on-site photo service (BDT 500-800). Photographer knows DFAT 35×45 mm spec.
- Local studio (BDT 150-400). Specify "Australia visa 35×45 mm (not 45×55 passport), pure white background, DFAT compliant". Bangladeshi studios default to 45×55 mm passport.
- Free online tool at home (BDT 0). IDPhotoSnap Australia tool — 35×45 mm DFAT-compliant + ImmiAccount-ready JPEG + print-ready PDF.
Common rejection reasons
- Wrong size (45×55 Bangladeshi passport) — most common rejection.
- Pixel dimensions too small — ImmiAccount minimum 900×1125 px.
- Off-white background — DFAT requires pure white.
- Glasses worn — banned 2016.
- Photo too old — must be within last 6 months.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Australia visa photo size for Bangladeshi applicants?
Australia visa photos are 35×45 mm with a plain white or light grey background, per DFAT (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade). This is SMALLER than the Bangladeshi passport photo (45×55 mm). ImmiAccount portal needs JPEG minimum 900×1125 pixels. Format applies at VFS Global AVAC (Australian Visa Application Centre) locations in Dhaka, Chittagong, and Sylhet.
Which Australia visa subclasses does this photo work for?
The 35×45 mm DFAT photo applies to ALL Australian visa subclasses: Visitor (600), Student (500), Temporary Skill Shortage (482), Skilled Independent (189), Employer Sponsored (186), Partner / Spouse (309/100), Parent (103/143). Same spec across all categories — popular для Bangladeshi students applying for subclass 500.
Where are VFS Global AVAC centres in Bangladesh?
VFS Global operates Australian Visa Application Centres in three Bangladeshi cities: Dhaka (main, Gulshan-2 area), Chittagong (south-eastern Bangladesh), and Sylhet (north-eastern Bangladesh and diaspora hub). All accept the same 35×45 mm DFAT photo spec. Biometric appointments are mandatory.
How is the Australia visa photo different from a Bangladeshi passport photo?
Bangladeshi passport photos are 45×55 mm (or 25×30 mm digital for e-passport). Australia visa is 35×45 mm — DIFFERENT size, NOT interchangeable. Plus DFAT requires pure white background and minimum 900×1125 pixels for ImmiAccount upload. Always get a fresh Australia-specific photo before your AVAC appointment.
Where can I get an Australia visa photo in Bangladesh?
Three options: (1) VFS Global AVAC on-site photo service in Dhaka, Chittagong, or Sylhet (BDT 500-800). Photographer knows the DFAT 35×45 mm spec exactly. (2) Local studio at BDT 150-400 — specify "Australia visa 35×45 mm, pure white background, DFAT compliant, no glasses". Bangladeshi studios default to 45×55 mm passport. (3) Free online tool at home — IDPhotoSnap generates a 35×45 mm DFAT-compliant photo + ImmiAccount-ready JPEG (1200×1500 px).
How do I upload the photo to ImmiAccount?
ImmiAccount accepts JPEG photos at minimum 900×1125 pixels. Our export defaults to 1200×1500 pixels at 300 DPI. File size cap typically 500 KB to 5 MB. Upload occurs during the online application before scheduling the AVAC biometric appointment.
Can I wear glasses in an Australia visa photo?
No. DFAT prohibited glasses in Australian biometric photos since 2016. Religious head covering is permitted as long as facial features (chin to forehead, both sides of face) are clearly visible.
How many photos do I need at the VFS Global AVAC appointment in Bangladesh?
DFAT requires 1-2 photos at the VFS Global AVAC biometric appointment, plus the digital JPEG upload via ImmiAccount. Our print-ready PDF lays out 6 photos per A4 sheet — extra copies useful для multiple visa applications within 6 months.
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