Document Photo Guide

UK passport photo size and requirements

Create a UK passport photo on iPhone with 35 x 45 mm sizing, light background guidance, face-framing checks, and export options for digital upload or printing.

Photo Specs

Passport photo size

  • Country: United Kingdom
  • Document: Passport
  • Typical size: 35 x 45 mm
  • Recommended digital file: 600 x 750 px or higher
  • Background: Plain light grey or cream
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Requirements

Typical requirements to review

  • Photo size: 35 x 45 mm
  • Plain light grey or cream background
  • Head and shoulders visible with the face centered
  • Neutral expression, mouth closed, and eyes open
  • No shadows, blur, red eye, or visible heavy retouching
  • Review the latest GOV.UK photo rules before submitting

How To

How to create this photo on iPhone

  1. Choose the UK passport preset in IDPhoto Pro.
  2. Import or capture a front-facing portrait with even lighting.
  3. Use checks for head size, eye height, centering, top margin, background, and sharpness.
  4. Export a digital file or print-ready sheet after reviewing the checklist.

Why This Tool

Why this page matches the app

IDPhoto Pro is designed for this workflow: choose a country or document preset, adjust the photo locally on iPhone, review checks like background and framing, then export a digital file or print-ready layout without using a cloud workflow.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What size is a UK passport photo?

A common UK passport photo size is 35 x 45 mm. Digital submission rules can include additional quality checks, so review the latest GOV.UK guidance.

What background is used for UK passport photos?

UK passport photos commonly require a plain light grey or cream background with no shadows or patterns.