Passport and ID photos must meet strict government specifications for size, background color, and head positioning. ImageWand helps you crop and resize to official dimensions for passports, visas, and national ID cards — always verify final compliance with your issuing authority.
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
Take Your Photo
Use natural light, face the camera directly, keep a neutral expression. Stand in front of a plain background.
Remove Background
Use our AI Background Remover to get a perfectly clean white background that meets requirements.
Crop to Size
Select your country's exact requirements and crop precisely. Ensure proper head positioning.
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
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).