Passport & Visa Photo Requirements & Standard Dimensions
Find official photo specifications, millimeter-to-pixel conversions at 300 DPI, and biometric compliance rules for 70+ countries.
Official Photo Specifications by Country
Printed at 300 DPI Standard| Country / Document | Dimensions (mm) | Dimensions (inches) | Digital Resolution (300 DPI) | Head Height | Background |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States Passport & Visa | 51 x 51 mm | 2 x 2 in | 600 x 600 px | 50% - 69% (1 - 1.375 in) | Plain White |
| United States Green Card / DV Lottery | 51 x 51 mm | 2 x 2 in | 600 x 600 px | 50% - 69% | Plain White |
| European Union / Schengen Passport & Visa | 35 x 45 mm | 1.38 x 1.77 in | 413 x 531 px | 70% - 80% (32 - 36 mm) | Light Gray / White |
| United Kingdom Passport & Visa | 35 x 45 mm | 1.38 x 1.77 in | 413 x 531 px | 29 - 34 mm | Light Gray / Cream |
| China Passport & Travel Document | 33 x 48 mm | 1.30 x 1.89 in | 390 x 567 px | 28 - 33 mm | Pure White |
| China Tourist & Business Visa | 33 x 48 mm | 1.30 x 1.89 in | 390 x 567 px | 28 - 33 mm | Pure White |
| India Passport & OCI | 51 x 51 mm | 2 x 2 in | 600 x 600 px | 35 - 40 mm | Plain White |
| India Regular Visa / PAN Card | 35 x 35 mm | 1.38 x 1.38 in | 413 x 413 px | 70% - 80% | Plain White |
| Canada Passport | 50 x 70 mm | 1.97 x 2.76 in | 591 x 827 px | 31 - 36 mm | White or Light |
| Canada Temporary Resident Visa | 35 x 45 mm | 1.38 x 1.77 in | 413 x 531 px | 31 - 36 mm | White or Light |
| Australia Passport & Visa | 35 x 45 mm | 1.38 x 1.77 in | 413 x 531 px | 32 - 36 mm | Plain White / Gray |
| Japan Passport | 35 x 45 mm | 1.38 x 1.77 in | 413 x 531 px | 32 - 36 mm | Plain White |
| Russia Passport & Visa | 35 x 45 mm | 1.38 x 1.77 in | 413 x 531 px | 70% - 80% | Plain White |
| Standard ID / Driver License Universal ID Badge | 30 x 40 mm | 1.18 x 1.57 in | 354 x 472 px | 70% | White or Blue |
Standard Photo Print Sheet Sizes
When printing at a digital photo lab (Walgreens, CVS, Walmart, Boots, Costco) or using a home photo printer, our tool generates these standard photo sheet grids:
4 x 6 inches (10 x 15 cm)
- Fits 6 photos of 2 x 2" (US standard) or 8 photos of 35 x 45 mm (EU standard)
- Cost: Only $0.25 – $0.40 at retail photo kiosks
- Native print resolution: 1200 x 1800 px @ 300 DPI
Single Digital Photo
- Optimized for official e-Visa and online renewal portals
- Meets strict file size limits (under 240 KB for US DS-160 / Green Card)
- Exact square or rectangle aspect ratio with biometric centering
Biometric Photo Guidelines & Checklist
What IS Allowed (Do)
- Plain white, light gray, or off-white background
- Uniform lighting without deep facial shadows
- Full face centered directly looking into the camera lens
- Both eyes open and mouth closed with a neutral expression
- Everyday casual attire contrasting with the background
- Religious headwear allowed if face is visible from forehead to chin
What is NOT Allowed (Don't)
- No eyeglasses, tinted lenses, or sunglasses
- No smiling with teeth showing, pouting, or grimacing
- No tilted or turned head positions (selfie angles)
- No headphones, AirPods, or wireless hands-free devices
- No military uniforms or camouflage clothing
- No digital filters, airbrushing, or facial retouching