Passport Photo for Cats

Leave Room Around the Whiskers

Photograph your cat where they already feel settled, such as a favourite cushion. Bring the camera down to face height and keep both ear tips inside the frame. Leave extra space beside the cheeks: whiskers can extend much further than the head, especially in a tight phone portrait.

Keep the Eyes Sharp Without Disturbing the Cat

Window light makes it easier to see the eyes and the texture of the coat. Tap the face to focus and take the picture when the head stops moving. Avoid a bright window directly behind the cat. If the cat turns away, wait for another moment instead of holding their head in position.

Our guide to taking photos with a smartphone explains the camera basics. Use the advice on lighting a passport-style photo to keep the face clear, and read about preparing a plain photo background when checking the outline. These general photography tips help you prepare a clear source image; human biometric posing rules do not apply to your pet.

Check Your Cat Portrait

We use your photo as a reference to generate a front-facing portrait and prepare its background. Check the eye colour, cheek markings and ear tips in the generated portrait. Fine whiskers should look natural, and a dark outline should not merge into the background.

Select the country in the upload button to choose the photo dimensions. Check the preview at that size before ordering. This is a personal passport-style photo, not a travel document or biometric approval. If you plan to put it in a record or document, check the size and instructions provided by its issuer.

Digital Photos and Prints from …

Your digital photo costs … and includes a printable photo sheet. We use the same products and prices as our normal passport photos. Our comparison of digital and printed photos explains the two formats; see digital delivery and downloads for receiving your files. Compare the digital and printed photo packages for the available options; the displayed amount follows your selected currency.

For another animal, read our dogs photo guide or chinchillas photo tips. You can find every animal in the pet passport photo overview.