Passport Photo Requirements by Country | Complete 2026 Guide
Official passport and visa photo specifications for 195+ countries. Get government-compliant photos instantly with our AI-powered tool that ensures high acceptance rates.
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- Passport and visa photos must meet strict international standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
- Incorrect photos are the #1 reason for passport application delays and visa rejections.
- Each country has specific requirements for dimensions, background color, facial positioning, and expression.
- Our AI-powered tool ensures compliance with official government standards.
- Photo dimensions typically range from 35x45mm to 51x51mm depending on the country
- Background must be plain and light-colored (white, off-white, or light grey)
- Face should occupy 70-80% of the photo height
- Eyes must be positioned at 50-70% from the top of the photo
- Neutral expression with mouth closed and eyes open
- No shadows on face or background
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What makes a passport photo compliant?
A compliant passport photo must meet ICAO standards including correct dimensions, white/light background, proper facial positioning (face 70-80% of photo height), neutral expression, and no shadows or reflections.
Why do different countries have different requirements?
While ICAO provides international guidelines, each country can set additional specific requirements for security and identification purposes. This includes variations in photo size, background color, and facial expression rules.
How does your AI ensure compliance?
Our AI uses computer vision to detect faces, measure facial dimensions, validate background colors, and check eye positioning against official government specifications for each country.