UK passport photo requirements
| requirement | official spec |
|---|---|
| Print size | 35 × 45 mm |
| Head (chin → crown) | 29–34 mm |
| Background | plain cream or light grey |
| Digital file | At least 600×750 px, 50 KB to 10 MB |
| 45 mm high × 35 mm wide | |
| Head 29–34 mm, crown to chin | |
| Plain cream or light grey background | |
| Taken within the last month |
Checked 2026-10-23 against GOV.UK · Printed photo requirements · GOV.UK · Digital photos.
How to take a good photo
- Stand about half a metre in front of a plain, light wall.
- Use even daylight from the front: no shadows on your face or behind you.
- Phone at eye level, face straight on, neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open.
- No glasses, hats or hair over your eyes (religious head coverings are fine if your face is fully visible).
- Upload it above, check the green ticks, download.
FAQ
What size is a UK passport photo?
35 × 45 mm. The head must measure 29–34 mm from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head.
What background does a UK passport photo need?
A plain plain cream or light grey background with no shadows or patterns.
What are the digital photo requirements?
At least 600×750 px, 50 KB to 10 MB.
Can I take it at home with my phone?
Yes. Stand in front of a plain wall in even daylight, hold the phone at eye level about an arm's length away, face the camera with a neutral expression, then let the tool crop and fix the background.
Is my photo uploaded anywhere?
No. Face detection and background removal run inside your browser. The photo never leaves your device.