Guide
Passport photo size by country
Official photo sizes for passports and visas in one table, with the pixel and file-size limits for online applications. Each row links to a free tool that makes the photo for you.
| 35 × 45 mm | The most common size: UK, Ireland, Australia, Schengen visas, Canadian visas and many other countries |
|---|---|
| 2 × 2 in | United States passports and visas, Indian passports applied for abroad, OCI cards |
Photo sizes and rules by country
| Country and document | Printed size | Online (digital) photo | Background | Glasses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States Passport | 2 × 2 in 51 × 51 mm | — | Plain white or off-white, no shadows | Not allowed | Make it |
| United States Visa (DS-160, Green Card lottery) | 2 × 2 in 51 × 51 mm | 600–1200 px square, 54 KB–240 KB, JPEG | Plain white or off-white | Not allowed | Make it |
| United Kingdom Passport | 35 × 45 mm 1.38 × 1.77 in | at least 600 × 750 px, 50 KB–10 MB, JPEG | Plain cream or light grey (online: plain and light-coloured) | Avoid unless needed; no tinted lenses or glare | Make it |
| Schengen area Visa (German missions' standard) | 35 × 45 mm 1.38 × 1.77 in | — | Plain, bright, evenly lit | Clear lenses only, no reflections | Make it |
| Canada Passport | 50 × 70 mm 1.97 × 2.76 in | — | Plain white or light-coloured | Clear glasses OK if eyes visible, no glare | Make it |
| Canada Visa / immigration (IRCC) | 35 × 45 mm 1.38 × 1.77 in | — | Plain white or light-coloured | Clear glasses OK if eyes visible | Make it |
| Canada Permanent resident (PR) card | 50 × 70 mm 1.97 × 2.76 in | 715 × 1000 to 2000 × 2800 px, up to 4 MB, JPEG | Plain, untextured white | OK if eyes clearly visible, no glare | Make it |
| United Kingdom Visa, ETA and immigration (digital) | Digital only | at least 600 × 750 px, 50 KB–6 MB, JPEG | Plain, light-coloured, in clear contrast with you | Avoid unless needed; no tinted lenses, glare or frames over the eyes | Make it |
| India OCI card (online application) | 2 × 2 in 51 × 51 mm | 200–900 px square, up to 200 KB, JPEG | Plain, light-coloured or white, no border (some missions ask for light colour rather than white) | Clear glasses only, no glare | Make it |
| Australia Passport | 35 × 45 mm 1.38 × 1.77 in | — | Plain white or light grey | Only for medical reasons | Make it |
| New Zealand Passport (digital) | Digital only | 900 × 1200 to 4500 × 6000 px, 250 KB–5 MB, JPEG | Plain, light-coloured, no shadows | Clear, non-tinted glasses OK, no glare | Make it |
| Ireland Passport | 35 × 45 mm 1.38 × 1.77 in | at least 715 × 951 px, up to 9 MB, JPEG | Plain light grey, white or cream | OK if eyes visible, no glare | Make it |
| India Passport (applying at a mission abroad) | 2 × 2 in 51 × 51 mm | — | Plain white or off-white, no shadows | Clear, thin frames only, no reflection | Make it |
| India e-Visa (online) | Digital only | 10 KB–1 MB, JPEG | Plain light-coloured or white | Not allowed | Make it |
| China Visa | 33 × 48 mm 1.3 × 1.89 in | 354 × 472 px, 40 KB–120 KB, JPEG | White (online: white or close to white) | OK except thick, tinted or reflective | Make it |
| Thailand e-Visa | Digital only | — | Plain white or off-white | OK, no flash reflection | Make it |
Checked against official government and embassy sources on 4 October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the official site before you apply. Each tool page links to its source.
Sizes in pixels for printing
| Printed size | Pixels at 300 DPI | Tool |
|---|---|---|
| 35 × 45 mm | 413 × 531 px | 35 × 45 mm photo |
| 2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm) | 600 × 600 px | 2 × 2 in photo |
| 50 × 70 mm | 591 × 827 px | 50 × 70 mm photo |
| 33 × 48 mm | 390 × 567 px | 33 × 48 mm photo |
Why photos get rejected
- Wrong size or shape, for example a square 2 × 2 photo where 35 × 45 mm is needed.
- Head too small or too large in the frame. Each country sets a range.
- Shadows on the face or the background.
- Smiling or an open mouth; most countries want a neutral expression.
- Glasses with glare, or glasses where they aren't allowed.
- Edited photos: filters, beauty mode or a replaced background.
Want to print them yourself? See how to make passport photos at home.
Questions
What size is a passport photo?
There are two common sizes. Most of the world, including the UK, Ireland, Australia, the Schengen area and Canadian visas, uses 35 × 45 mm. The United States and Indian passport applications abroad use 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm). Canada's passport is larger at 50 × 70 mm, and China's visa is 33 × 48 mm.
What is a passport photo size in pixels?
For printing at photo quality (300 DPI), a 35 × 45 mm photo is 413 × 531 pixels and a 2 × 2 inch photo is 600 × 600 pixels. Online applications often set their own pixel and file-size limits, listed in the table above.
Is 35 × 45 mm the same as 2 × 2 inches?
No. 2 × 2 inches is 51 × 51 mm, a square. 35 × 45 mm is smaller and taller than it is wide. Using the wrong one is a common reason photos are rejected.
Can I wear glasses in a passport photo?
It depends on the country. The US and India's e-Visa don't allow glasses, Australia only for medical reasons, and many others accept clear glasses without glare. Taking them off is the safest choice.
How recent must a passport photo be?
Usually taken in the last 6 months. The UK asks for a photo taken in the last month, and some Schengen missions ask for one no older than 3 months.