Biometrics and Photo Specifications

For Australian visa applications, recent passport-style photos are generally not required anymore, as of 2019. Applicants should refer to the specific instructions for the visa subclass they are applying for.

For an Australian biometrics appointment, applicants must bring their foreign passport, internal (civil) passport (for personal data processing consent), a printout from the Department with the VLN number, and a printout from VFS. Biometrics collection itself uses the foreign passport specified in the visa application.

If you miss the initial deadline for submitting biometrics for an Australian visa application (typically 14 days from the notification date), you should contact the relevant immigration authority or the Visa Application Centre (VAC) immediately. Explain the reason for the delay and request an extension or alternative arrangements. It is advisable to submit a formal request in writing, possibly including supporting documentation if applicable. Failure to provide biometrics within the required timeframe can lead to application refusal.

For Australian visa applications, you do not need to attach a photo. You will be asked to have your photograph taken during the biometric appointment.