United Kingdom passport photo size & requirements
UK passport photos are 35 x 45 mm with a plain light-grey or cream background and the head measuring 29–34 mm from crown to chin.
- Photo size
- 35 x 45 mm
- Resolution
- 300 DPI
- Head height
- Crown to chin must be 29–34 mm
- Background
- Plain light grey or cream
United Kingdom passport photo requirements
- Photo must be 35 x 45 mm (the standard size; do not crop it yourself for online applications).
- Plain light-grey or cream background with no patterns or objects.
- Distance from crown to chin must be between 29 mm and 34 mm.
- Neutral expression with mouth closed; eyes open and clearly visible.
- No glasses if you can avoid them; never wear tinted glasses.
- No head coverings unless worn for religious or medical reasons.
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