UK Passport photo requirements

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Photo size

35 × 45 mm

Head height

29–34 mm

Top of head margin

3–6 mm from top

Background

#F2F2F2

Resolution

300 DPI minimum

Expression

neutral

Glasses

Not allowed

Head coverings

religious only

Notes

• • Light grey or cream background
• • No shadows on face or background
• • Eyes open and visible