Tips for Meeting Photo Requirements for Passport Applications?

DL Posted by: David Lucas
• 10 June, 2025
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Some tips for meeting photo requirements for passport applications are photo quality should be high quality, photographs should be colorful, the size of the photo should be 4.5 cm long by 3.5 cm wide, the background should be plain white and the face should be clearly shown with open eyes.

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  • Sanjay Pillai 12 June, 2025

    During my passport application, I clicked a new photo with a white background with a size of 4.5 cm long by 3.5 cm wide.

  • Siddharth Sethi 12 June, 2025

    First and foremost, wear something in solid or neutral colors. Try to use natural light and use only a plain, light-colored background. Ensure that your head is centered within the frame, and your face should cover approximately 70-80% of the frame. Double-check the regulations before submitting your photo to make sure it meets all the guidelines.

  • Yash Khater 12 June, 2025

    Everyone mentioned the requirements regarding dimension, quality, lighting, etc., but facial expressions also play a vital role in your passport photo. You must maintain a neutral facial expression, without smiling or frowning, with your mouth closed and eyes open.  The expressions must look natural. The image must capture your full face, and a natural and relaxed smile is acceptable. However, exaggerated smiles may lead to rejection if they do not meet the requirement.

  • Priya Desai 11 June, 2025

    Hello, I recently applied for a passport, and my application got rejected due to a poor-quality photo. I reapplied, following the specifications, and my application was approved. To avoid such a situation, follow the requirements. The most basic requirement is to submit a color photo that is 2 inches by 2 inches in size and has a plain white background.

  • Suresh Bhatia 11 June, 2025

    I can help you with the things to avoid in a passport photo. Do not wear head coverings, such as caps. Avoid wearing large or distracting accessories, and minimize unwanted shadows. Also, refrain from wearing tinted glasses, uniforms, or face coverings.

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