ID photo guides by country and document
These articles summarize how to take ID-style photos for each country and document type supported in our generator. Each guide includes a short checklist and links to official government or intergovernmental sources (where available) so you can verify the latest rules. They complement our general requirements overview and home photography checklist. Always confirm the latest specification with the issuing authority.
The articles below cover every country and document type you can select in the generator (same presets as on the home page). Open a guide for step-by-step capture advice, the exact millimetre size we use for that option, and how to align your crop and export before you print or upload.
United States
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US Green Card (permanent resident) photo requirements
USCIS-style 2×2 inch photo for Green Card and related immigration forms: size, background, and head positioning.
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US passport photo requirements (2×2 inch)
How to take a compliant US passport photo: 2×2 inch square, neutral background, head size, and expression rules.
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US visa photo requirements (2×2 inch)
US visa applications typically use the same 2×2 inch style as US passport photos: composition, background, and digital file guidance.
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United Kingdom
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UK driving licence photo requirements (35×45 mm)
DVLA driving licence photos use 35×45 mm biometric-style rules similar to passport photos.
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UK passport photo requirements (35×45 mm)
UK passport and identity photos use ICAO-style 35×45 mm: face size, background, and quality rules.
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UK visa photo requirements (35×45 mm)
Photos for UK visas follow HM Passport Office–style 35×45 mm standards: sharp color image, correct face size, plain background.
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Canada
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Canadian citizenship photo requirements (50×70 mm)
IRCC citizenship applications use the same 50×70 mm specification as Canadian passport photos.
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Canadian passport photo requirements (50×70 mm)
Canada uses a 50×70 mm vertical format for passport photos with precise head size and neutral background.
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Canadian visa / permit photo (35×45 mm)
Many temporary resident streams use ICAO-style 35×45 mm photos—confirm your checklist.
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Australia
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Australian passport photo requirements (35×45 mm)
Australian passports use 35×45 mm images with strict quality and visibility rules.
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Australian visa photo (40×50 mm)
Some Australian immigration forms use a 40×50 mm vertical photo—check ImmiAccount instructions.
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China
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Chinese Resident ID card photo (26×32 mm)
Chinese national ID (second-generation) photos often use a compact 26×32 mm specification.
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Chinese one-inch photo (25×35 mm)
Classic “one-inch” school and job application photos in China often use 25×35 mm.
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Chinese passport photo requirements (33×48 mm)
China passport photos use a 33×48 mm format with specific head size and background expectations.
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Chinese two-inch photo (35×49 mm)
Larger “two-inch” studio photos (35×49 mm) are common for visas, permits, and diplomas in China.
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Chinese visa photo requirements (33×48 mm)
Chinese visa applications commonly require 33×48 mm color photos with a plain background.
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India
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Indian passport photo requirements (51×51 mm)
Indian passports use a square 51×51 mm (5×5 cm) photograph with defined head ratio.
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Indian visa photo requirements (25×25 mm)
Some Indian visa categories use a smaller square 25×25 mm specification—check your visa subclass instructions.
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Japan
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Japanese passport photo requirements (35×45 mm)
Japanese passports follow ICAO-style 35×45 mm dimensions with clear facial visibility.
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Japanese visa photo (30×40 mm)
Many Japanese visa applications use a 30×40 mm photograph—confirm with the embassy or VFS.
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Germany
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German ID card (Personalausweis) photo requirements (35×45 mm)
German national ID cards use biometric 35×45 mm photos with strict face visibility and background rules.
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German passport photo requirements (35×45 mm)
Germany uses ICAO-compliant 35×45 mm photos for passports: biometric standards, neutral background, and face visibility.
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Germany / Schengen visa photo (35×45 mm)
Short-stay Schengen visa photos for Germany typically follow the ICAO 35×45 mm biometric standard.
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Netherlands
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Dutch ID card (identiteitskaart) photo (35×45 mm)
Dutch national ID cards require 35×45 mm biometric-quality photos.
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Netherlands passport photo requirements (35×45 mm)
Dutch passport and ID photos use 35×45 mm ICAO-style images with strict biometric criteria.
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Netherlands visa photo (35×45 mm)
MVV and Schengen visa applications for the Netherlands use standard 35×45 mm biometric photos.
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France
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French Schengen visa photo (35×45 mm)
French consulates issue Schengen visas using 35×45 mm ICAO biometric photos.
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French passport photo requirements (35×45 mm)
French passports require ANTS-compliant 35×45 mm biometric photos.
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Spain
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Spanish Schengen visa photo (35×45 mm)
Short-stay Schengen visas handled by Spain typically require 35×45 mm ICAO-style photos.
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Spanish passport photo requirements (26×32 mm)
Spain uses a smaller 26×32 mm print for passport book photos—different from generic Schengen visa size.
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Portugal
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Portuguese Schengen visa photo (35×45 mm)
Schengen visa applications to Portugal use standard 35×45 mm photos.
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Portuguese passport photo requirements (35×45 mm)
Portugal issues ICAO-style 35×45 mm biometric passport photos.
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Russia
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Russian passport photo requirements (35×45 mm)
Russian Federation passports typically use 35×45 mm color photos aligned with ICAO practices.
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Russian visa photo (35×45 mm)
Russian visa applications commonly require 35×45 mm matte or glossy prints with strict head size.
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Singapore
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Singapore Identity Card photo (35×50 mm)
Singapore NRIC photos use a 35×50 mm vertical format.
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Singapore passport photo requirements (35×45 mm)
Singapore ICA uses 35×45 mm photos for passports with strict biometric alignment.
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Singapore visa photo (35×45 mm)
Many Singapore visa types use 35×45 mm biometric photos—confirm with ICA or authorized agents.
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European Union
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EU passport photo overview (35×45 mm)
European Union passports generally use ICAO-compliant 35×45 mm biometric photos.
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Schengen Area (short-stay visa)
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Schengen visa photo requirements (35×45 mm)
Schengen short-stay visas use ICAO biometric photos: 35×45 mm, neutral background, correct head size.
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