Precise Dimensions Required for a Passport Photo

When applying for a passport or other travel documents, a passport photo is required that adheres to a fixed sizing standard. The size of both the physical printed photo and digital photo have been set by the government.

The civil servant responsible for processing passport applications will verify that the submitted passport photo is of the correct size. If the passport photo is not of the required size, the application may be rejected.

Official Dimensions of Passport Photos

The official sizing for passport photos is as follows:

For children up to 10 years old:

• Printed passport photo size: 2 (width) x 2 inches (height)
• Width of face: from ear to ear at least min_face_width inches and a maximum of max_face_width inches
• Length of face: from chin to crown at least 1 inches and a maximum of 1.4 inches

For persons 11 years and older:

• Printed passport photo size: 2 inches x 2 inches (height)
• Length of face: from chin to crown at least 1 inches and a maximum of 1.4 inches

It is important to note that passport photos must be taken against a plain, light-colored background, with the person's face clearly visible and centered in the frame. The person's head should be square to the camera, with their eyes open and looking directly at the camera.

Furthermore, there are strict rules on what can be worn in passport photos. The person must not be wearing anything that covers their face or head, such as a hat or scarf, except for religious reasons. The photo must also not show any other people or objects, and must be free of any marks or blemishes.