How long does it take to get my passport photo?

Your passport photo is processed in approximately 30 seconds using our AI-powered system. You receive a digital copy instantly via email.

Which countries and document types do you support?

We support passport photos for the UK, US, India, and Australia, as well as visa and OCI card photos. All photos are processed to meet official government specifications including correct dimensions, background color, and head positioning.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept all major credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay through our secure Stripe payment system.

What size should a UK passport photo be?

A UK passport photo must be 35 x 45 mm in print, or 826 x 1062 pixels digitally at 600 DPI. The aspect ratio is 7:9 and the head height should be 68-76% of the image height (29-34 mm).

Can I wear glasses in my UK passport photo?

Yes, clear prescription glasses are permitted in UK passport photos. However, your eyes must be fully visible with no glare or reflections on the lenses, and the frames must not cover any part of the eyes. Tinted lenses and sunglasses are not allowed.

What background colour is required for a UK passport photo?

UK passport photos require a plain white background (#FFFFFF). It must be completely uniform with no patterns, gradients, or shadows, and must provide clear contrast with the subject's hair and clothing.

Can I smile in my UK passport photo?

No. Adults and children aged 6 and over must have a neutral expression with their mouth closed. Children aged 1-5 may have a natural expression, and babies under 1 have no expression requirements.

Can my baby have their eyes closed in a UK passport photo?

Yes. Babies under 1 year old may have their eyes closed in their passport photo. There are also no expression or gaze requirements for babies under 1.

UK Passport Photo Requirements & Online Tool

Create a compliant 35x45mm UK passport photo at 600 DPI with our AI-powered tool. Instant background replacement, precise cropping, and lighting correction to meet HM Passport Office standards.

Step 1 of 3

Upload Your Photo

Select your document type and upload a clear photo of yourself

Country

Document Type

Drag & drop your photo

or click to browse

JPG or PNG, up to 10MB

Photo Requirements

Face clearly visible

Neutral expression

Eyes open & visible

Good, even lighting

No filters or edits

How it works

Our system automatically adjusts background, lighting, and cropping to meet official requirements.

Photo Specifications

Physical Size

35 x 45 mm

Digital Size

826 x 1062 pixels

Resolution

600 DPI

Aspect Ratio

7:9

File Format

JPEG

File Size

50 KB - 10 MB

Background Color

White (#FFFFFF)

Source: HM Passport Office — Last updated January 2025

How to Get Your Photo

1

Upload Your Photo

Upload a selfie or photo from your device. Our system accepts JPEG images up to 10 MB.

2

AI Processes Your Photo

Our AI adjusts background, lighting, cropping, and positioning to meet official specifications.

3

Download Your Photo

Get your compliant photo delivered instantly. Ready to use for your application.

Detailed Requirements

Prohibited Items

Sunglasses or tinted lenses

Non-religious headwear (hats, caps, beanies)

Face coverings

Earphones, headphones, or earbuds

Other people in the photo

Toys (for children's photos)

Dummies or pacifiers (for baby photos)

Visible hands supporting a baby's head

Red-eye effect

Shadows on the face or background

Hair covering eyes

Anything covering the face

Special Rules

Baby & Infant Photos (Under 1 Year)

Babies may be lying on a plain light-coloured sheet with the photo taken from above. Eyes may be closed and there are no expression or gaze requirements. Supporting hands must not be visible. No toys, dummies, or pacifiers are allowed.

Children (1-5 Years)

Natural expression is accepted and neutral is preferred. Eyes should be open and looking at the camera, but this is not strictly required. The child must be alone in the photo with no toys or props.

Photo Recency

The photo must have been taken within the last month and must reflect the applicant's current appearance.

UK Passport Photo Requirements & Online Tool

Upload Your Photo

Photo Requirements

How it works

Photo Specifications

How to Get Your Photo

Upload Your Photo

AI Processes Your Photo

Download Your Photo

Detailed Requirements

Expression & Pose

Eyes & Glasses

Head Coverings

Background

Lighting

Prohibited Items

Special Rules

Baby & Infant Photos (Under 1 Year)

Children (1-5 Years)

Photo Recency

Frequently Asked Questions

What size should a UK passport photo be?

Can I wear glasses in my UK passport photo?

What background colour is required for a UK passport photo?

Can I smile in my UK passport photo?

How recent must a UK passport photo be?

Can my baby have their eyes closed in a UK passport photo?