What Are the Dimensions of a Passport Photo?

The official dimensions and head-position rules for a passport photo vary by country and document.

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Dimensions of a Passport Photo and Where to Find the Correct Size

The official dimensions and head-position rules for a passport photo vary by country and document.

There is no single international size for a passport photo. The official width, height, unit, head size, and eye position are set by the issuing authority for the selected country and document.

Use the document-specific requirements shown when you select your application. If you need a printed photo, also check the required paper and whether the photo must be cut to its final dimensions. For a digital application, check the pixel dimensions, file format, and file-size limits instead.

Our passport photo software uses the country and document selected for your order to crop and check the photo.

Size and Format

Correct United States passport photo size with a centered face
CorrectFace height for United States: 0.98–1.38 in
Incorrect United States passport photo with an oversized, off-center face
IncorrectFace too large and off-center

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