Australia Visa Photo from Indonesia (35×45mm DFAT)
Updated May 2026 · For Indonesian applicants · Visitor (600), Student (500), Working Holiday (462)
⚠ Red background NOT accepted by Australia
Indonesian visa and ID photos often use red background (required for e-KTP and some immigration documents). Australia DFAT requires plain white or light grey only. Red is rejected outright.
Australia visa photos are 35×45 mm with plain white or light grey background, per DFAT. For Indonesian applicants the dimensions match the passport, but DFAT requires white/grey background — NOT the red background commonly used for Indonesian documents. Same spec at all 4 VFS Global AVAC locations in Indonesia.
Spec at a glance
| Size | 35 × 45 mm |
| Pixels (ImmiAccount) | 900 × 1125 px minimum |
| Background | Plain white OR light grey (NOT red) |
| 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 Indonesia
- Jakarta — main centre, Greater Jakarta area
- Bali (Denpasar) — Bali and eastern Indonesia, popular для tourist visa applications
- Surabaya — East Java region
- Medan — Sumatra region
Where to get the photo in Indonesia
- VFS Global AVAC on-site photo service (IDR 100,000-180,000). Photographer knows DFAT white/grey spec.
- Local studio (IDR 40,000-90,000). Specify "Australia visa 35×45 mm, plain white or light grey background (NOT red), DFAT compliant". Indonesian studios default to red or white.
- Free online tool at home (IDR 0). IDPhotoSnap Australia tool — 35×45 mm DFAT-compliant с correct grey/white background + ImmiAccount JPEG.
Common rejection reasons
- Red background — most common rejection. Indonesian default that fails Australia.
- Off-white tinted background — DFAT strict on pure white или grey.
- Pixel dimensions too small — ImmiAccount minimum 900×1125 px.
- 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 Indonesian applicants?
Australia visa photos are 35×45 mm with a plain white or light grey background, per DFAT (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade). Same dimensions as Indonesian passport but DFAT requires WHITE or grey background — Indonesian visa/ID photos commonly use red, which Australia does NOT accept. ImmiAccount portal needs JPEG minimum 900×1125 pixels. Format applies at VFS Global AVAC locations in Jakarta, Bali (Denpasar), Surabaya, and Medan.
Why does my Indonesian passport photo get rejected at the Australia AVAC?
Most common rejection for Indonesian applicants is background colour. Indonesian visa, e-KTP, and some immigration photos use RED background (required for some Indonesian government documents). Australia DFAT requires plain white OR light grey only — red is NEVER accepted. Get a separate photo with grey or white background before your AVAC appointment.
Which Australia visa subclasses does this photo work for?
All Australian visa subclasses: Visitor (600), Student (500), Temporary Skill Shortage (482), Skilled Independent (189), Working Holiday (462 — Indonesia eligible since 2018), Partner / Spouse (309/100), Parent (103/143). Same 35×45 mm spec across all.
Where are VFS Global AVAC centres in Indonesia?
VFS Global operates Australian Visa Application Centres (AVAC) in four Indonesian cities: Jakarta (main, Greater Jakarta area), Bali / Denpasar (Bali and eastern Indonesia, popular for tourist visa applications), Surabaya (East Java region), and Medan (Sumatra region). All four accept the same 35×45 mm DFAT photo spec.
Where can I get an Australia visa photo in Indonesia?
Three options: (1) VFS Global AVAC on-site photo service (IDR 100,000-180,000). Photographer knows DFAT 35×45 mm white/grey spec. (2) Local studio at IDR 40,000-90,000 — specify "Australia visa 35×45 mm, plain white or light grey background (NOT red), DFAT compliant". Indonesian studios default to red or white. (3) Free online tool at home — IDPhotoSnap generates a 35×45 mm DFAT-compliant photo with correct background + ImmiAccount-ready JPEG.
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.
Working Holiday visa (subclass 462) — does the same photo work?
Yes. Indonesian citizens are eligible для Australian Working Holiday visa (subclass 462) since 2018. The photo spec is identical to other Australian visas — 35×45 mm white background, DFAT compliant. Use the same photo for the application.
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