What Is a Passport Size Photo?
A passport size photo is a small, official photograph used for passports, visas, IDs, and government forms. It must follow strict size and background rules.
Standard Passport Size Photo Dimensions
Common Sizes
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India: 35 mm × 45 mm
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USA: 2 × 2 inches (51 mm × 51 mm)
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UK / Europe: 35 mm × 45 mm
Digital Requirements (Typical)
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Resolution: 300 DPI
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File format: JPEG or PNG
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File size: Under 240 KB (varies by country)
Passport Photo Rules
White or light background Neutral facial expression Eyes open, mouth closed No shadows on face or background No cap, hat, or sunglasses Religious headwear allowed (face must be visible) Recent photo (within 6 months)
How to Create a Passport Size Photo
Method 1: Using Mobile Phone
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Stand in front of a plain white wall.
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Use natural light (no flash shadows).
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Keep the camera at eye level.
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Take the photo.
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Use a passport photo app to crop to the correct size.
Method 2: Using Computer
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Take a clear photo.
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Open it in Photoshop / Paint / Online editor.
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Crop to required size (e.g., 35×45 mm).
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Adjust brightness and contrast slightly.
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Save as JPEG.
Method 3: Online Passport Photo Makers
You can use:
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Passport Photo Online
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IDPhoto4You
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Adobe Express
They auto-crop and resize correctly.
Printing Passport Size Photos
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Print on glossy or matte photo paper
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Usually 4–8 photos on one sheet
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Ensure accurate dimensions
Need Help Right Now?
If you want, upload your photo, tell me the country, and I can:
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Resize it to passport size
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Adjust background to white
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Give you a ready-to-use photo or PDF
Just upload the image when you’re ready.