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Passport Photo Resizer — Crop to Official ID Sizes

Crop your photo to official passport, visa, and ID dimensions right here. Use the 1:1 aspect-ratio preset for US, India, and other 2×2" formats; switch presets in the cropper for Schengen, UK, Canada, and Australia.

Always verify final compliance with your issuing authority before submitting.

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Platform Presets

📸Instagram Post1:1
📱Instagram Story9:16
▶️YouTube Thumbnail16:9
👍Facebook Cover2.7:1
🐦Twitter Header3:1
💼LinkedIn Banner4:1

Passport Photo Sizes by Country

Each country has specific requirements. Use our tools to meet exact specifications.

US Passport

Print Size: 2x2 inches

Digital: 600x600px

Background: White

UK Passport

Print Size: 35x45mm

Digital: 413x531px

Background: Light gray or white

Schengen Visa

Print Size: 35x45mm

Digital: 413x531px

Background: White

Indian Passport

Print Size: 2x2 inches

Digital: 600x600px

Background: White

Canadian Passport

Print Size: 50x70mm

Digital: 591x827px

Background: White or light

Australian Passport

Print Size: 35x45mm

Digital: 413x531px

Background: White

How to Create a Passport Photo

1

Take Your Photo

Use natural light, face the camera directly, keep a neutral expression. Stand in front of a plain background.

2

Remove Background

Use our AI Background Remover to get a perfectly clean white background that meets requirements.

3

Crop to Size

Select your country's exact requirements and crop precisely. Ensure proper head positioning.

4

Download & Print

Get your photo ready for printing or digital submission. Print at 300 DPI for best quality.

Common Rejection Reasons

Photos are most often rejected for: wrong dimensions (not meeting exact pixel or inch requirements), incorrect background color (must be pure white or light gray depending on the country), face too small or too large in the frame, shadows on the face or background, and wearing glasses in countries that prohibit it (including the US since 2016). The safest approach is to crop your photo slightly larger than required and let the issuing authority's submission portal handle the final crop. Always verify with the U.S. State Department photo requirements for US passport applications.

Passport Photo Requirements Checklist

Plain white or light background
Face clearly visible, no shadows
Eyes open and clearly visible
Neutral expression, mouth closed
No eyeglasses (most countries)
Recent photo (within 6 months)
Proper head positioning and size
High resolution (300 DPI for print)

Passport Photo FAQ

What size is a US passport photo?

US passport photos must be exactly 2x2 inches (51x51mm). When scanned or digital, this equals 600x600 pixels at 300 DPI. The head must be 1-1 3/8 inches from chin to top of head.

Can I take a passport photo with my phone?

Yes! Use your phone's rear camera for better quality. Stand against a plain white wall with good, even lighting. Use ImageWand to crop to exact dimensions and ensure the background is pure white.

What background color is required for passport photos?

Most countries (including US, Canada, India) require plain white backgrounds. UK permits light gray. Our background remover can help you achieve a perfectly compliant white background.

How do I remove the background from my passport photo?

Use our AI Background Remover tool to automatically remove any background, then add a pure white background layer. This ensures your photo meets strict official requirements.

What are common reasons passport photos get rejected?

Common rejections: wrong size, shadows on face/background, eyeglasses reflections, closed eyes, not facing camera, smiling with teeth, head tilted, incorrect background color, low resolution, or expired (taken more than 6 months ago).

Get the Right Photo Dimensions

Crop and resize to official passport and ID photo sizes.