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United Kingdom Passport Photo

Make a compliant United Kingdom passport or visa photo in seconds — free, private, and processed entirely in your browser. We remove the background, set a plain light grey or cream backdrop, and export the exact size.

Make a United Kingdom passport photo

United Kingdom passport photo requirements

Photo size 35 × 45 mm
Pixels (300 DPI) 413 × 531 px
Background plain light grey or cream
Head size 32–36 mm tall — roughly 70–80% of the photo — centred, with the eyes level and looking straight ahead.

Used for the UK passport and most UK visa applications.

How to make your United Kingdom photo

  1. 1. Upload a portrait

    A clear, front-facing photo with even lighting. The background is removed automatically.

  2. 2. Fit the guides

    The 35×45 mm frame is pre-selected — line your head up with the crown and chin guides.

  3. 3. Download or print

    Export the exact size at 300 DPI, or a 6×4 inch sheet of copies for any photo kiosk.

Start now — it's free

Frequently asked questions

What size is a United Kingdom passport photo?
A United Kingdom passport photo is 35 × 45 mm, which is 413 × 531 pixels at 300 DPI.
What background should a United Kingdom passport photo have?
It should be a plain light grey or cream background with even lighting and no shadows. This tool removes your original background and replaces it automatically.
How big should the head be in a United Kingdom passport photo?
The head should be 32–36 mm tall — roughly 70–80% of the photo — centred, with the eyes level and looking straight ahead.
Can I make a United Kingdom passport photo online for free?
Yes. Upload a photo, position your head inside the guides and download the exact size — free, with no watermark, and your photo never leaves your device.
Can I print my United Kingdom passport photo at home?
Yes. Use the 6×4 inch print-sheet option to tile several copies onto a standard print you can order at any pharmacy or photo kiosk.

Passport photo sizes for other countries

United States Canada Australia India Schengen Visa (EU) Germany France Italy

This is a free helper tool, not an official government service. Requirements can change — always confirm the exact rules for your application before submitting. Your photo is processed entirely in your browser and is never uploaded.