Photo Size Common sizes: 35 mm × 45 mm (most countries) 2 × 2 inches (United States, India, some others)
Head height usually must cover 70–80% of the photo.
Background Plain white or light-colored background No patterns, shadows, or objects behind you
Face & Expression Face must be fully visible and centered Neutral expression Mouth closed No smiling or frowning
Eyes open and looking directly at the camera Head Position Head straight, not tilted
Full face visible from chin to forehead No hair covering eyes or eyebrows
Clothing Normal daily clothing No uniforms (except religious attire) Avoid white or very light clothes (they blend with background) Religious head coverings allowed if face is fully visible
Glasses & Accessories Glasses usually not allowed If allowed: no glare, clear lenses, eyes visible No hats, caps, or fashion headwear No headphones, earbuds, or jewelry covering face Lighting & Quality
Even lighting on face No shadows on face or background High resolution, clear focus Natural skin tones No filters, retouching, or editing Photo Age
Taken within the last 6 months
Passport Photo Sizes by Country 🇺🇸 United States Size: 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm) Head size: 25–35 mm (chin to top of head) Background: White
🇮🇳 India Size: 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm) Background: White Head centered, neutral expression
🇨🇦 Canada Size: 50 × 70 mm Face height: 31–36 mm Background: White or light-colored
🇬🇧 United Kingdom Size: 35 × 45 mm Face height: 29–34 mm Background: Light grey or cream
🇪🇺 Schengen Countries (Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, etc.) Size: 35 × 45 mm Face height: 32–36 mm Background: Light, plain
🇦🇺 Australia Size: 35 × 45 mm Head height: 32–36 mm Background: Plain light color
🇯🇵 Japan Size: 35 × 45 mm Head height: 32–36 mm Background: Plain (white or light)
🇨🇳 China Size: 33 × 48 mm Background: White or light blue
🇰🇷 South Korea Size: 35 × 45 mm Background: White
🇧🇷 Brazil Size: 35 × 45 mm Background: White
🇿🇦 South Africa Size: 35 × 45 mm Background: White
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