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What size is a United Kingdom passport photo?

A United Kingdom passport photo is 35 × 45 mm on a cream or light grey background, supplied at 413 × 531 px (300 DPI). The expression must be neutral, mouth closed, looking directly at camera, and the photo must have been taken within the last 1 months.

Specification at a glance

Print size35 × 45 mm
Digital size413 × 531 px at 300 DPI
Backgroundcream or light grey (#F0F0F0)
ExpressionNeutral, mouth closed
GazeDirectly at camera
Maximum age of photo1 months

Rules that apply to this document

Can I wear a head covering?

A habitually worn religious or cultural head covering — a tudung, hijab, turban, kippah or songkok — is generally permitted, provided your face stays visible: forehead edge, both cheeks, jaw line and chin.

Where these figures come from

Published by the issuing authority: www.gov.uk. SGfoto is independent, not affiliated with or endorsed by any government or issuing authority, and does not guarantee acceptance. Final acceptance is always decided by the issuing authority.

Common questions

What size is a United Kingdom passport photo?
A United Kingdom passport photo is 35 × 45 mm, printed or supplied digitally at 413 × 531 pixels (300 DPI), on a cream or light grey background.
Can I take a United Kingdom passport photo with my phone?
Yes. Take a plain, front-facing photo in even light and SGfoto reformats it to 35 × 45 mm on a cream or light grey background. Hold the phone at eye level — a shot from above or below looks less like you.
How recent must a United Kingdom passport photo be?
It must have been taken within the last 1 months.
Can I wear a head covering in a United Kingdom passport photo?
A habitually worn religious or cultural head covering — a tudung, hijab, turban, kippah or songkok — is generally permitted, provided your face stays visible: forehead edge, both cheeks, jaw line and chin.
How much does a United Kingdom passport photo cost on SGfoto?
The watermarked preview is free, so you see the result before paying. The full-resolution file is S$1.99.

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