Reference
A complete, up-to-date reference of passport size photo dimensions in millimeters and inches, head-height percentages, background-color rules, and DPI requirements. Use these specs in the PassportSnap editor or with any other passport photo maker.
| Country | Dimensions | Head height | Background | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 35 × 45 mm (3.5 × 4.5 cm) | 70–80% of frame | Plain white | Use preset |
| United States | 2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm) | 50–69% (25–35 mm) | Plain white / off-white | Use preset |
| United Kingdom | 35 × 45 mm | 29–34 mm chin-to-crown | Plain cream / light grey | Use preset |
| EU / Schengen | 35 × 45 mm | 70–80% | Plain light grey / white | Use preset |
| Canada | 50 × 70 mm | 31–36 mm chin-to-crown | Plain white | Use preset |
| Japan | 35 × 45 mm | 32–36 mm | Plain white | Use preset |
| China | 33 × 48 mm | 28–33 mm | Plain white / light blue | Use preset |
India uses 35 × 45 millimeters (3.5 × 4.5 cm) for passport, OCI, PAN, Aadhaar, voter ID, driving licence, and visa applications. The head should occupy 70–80% of the frame and sit on a plain white background. See the official rules at passportindia.gov.in. Many Indian government forms also ask for a stamp size photo (20×25 mm or 25×30 mm) on the same page.
The US Department of State requires a square 2 × 2 inch (51 × 51 mm) photo for passport and visa applications. The head must measure 1 to 1⅜ inches (25–35 mm) from chin to crown. The background must be plain white or off-white, with no shadows. Full requirements: travel.state.gov / passport photos.
UK passport photos are 35 × 45 mm (printed) or 600 × 750 px (digital, under 50 KB). The head must measure 29–34 mm from chin to crown on a plain cream or light grey background. Official guidance: gov.uk / photos for passports.
Schengen-area passports follow the ICAO 9303 standard: 35 × 45 mm, head occupying 70–80% of the image, plain light-grey or white background. Member states (Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, etc.) accept the same dimensions.
Canadian passport photos are 50 × 70 mm (larger than most countries) with a 31–36 mm chin-to-crown head height on a plain white background. You'll need to use the "Custom" preset in PassportSnap (set 50 × 70 mm).
Australia and Japan use 35 × 45 mm; China uses 33 × 48 mm. For any country not on this list, set the dimensions manually using the "Custom" preset and the millimeter inputs.
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