UK passport photo checker
Snap it from your phone, get the green light, download your photo and a compliance report. Checked against the official United Kingdom spec before you submit — nothing uploaded.
UK Passport photo requirements
35×45 mm, plain light-grey or cream background, head 29–34 mm. Digital: at least 600×750 px, 50 KB–10 MB. Verified from HM Passport Office (gov.uk).
- 35 mm wide × 45 mm tall; digital at least 600×750 px, 50 KB to 10 MB
- Head 29–34 mm from chin to crown (64–76% of the 45 mm height)
- Plain light-grey or cream background — not pure white
- Plain expression, mouth closed, eyes open and visible
- No glasses unless medically required (tinted lenses not permitted)
- No head coverings unless worn for religious or medical reasons
- Clear, in-focus, colour photo — not altered by software
Common rejection reasons
- Pure white background (light grey or cream is required by HMPO)
- Head outside the 29–34 mm range
- Hair across the eyes
- Shadows or reflections on the face or background
- Photo edited with software or filters
Frequently asked questions
What size is a UK passport photo?
45 mm tall × 35 mm wide for prints. Digital photos must be at least 600 pixels wide and 750 pixels tall, between 50 KB and 10 MB.
Does a UK passport photo need a white background?
No — HM Passport Office requires a plain light-grey or cream background, not pure white. The background must contrast clearly with your face.
How big should my head be in a UK passport photo?
Your head (chin to crown) must be 29–34 mm in a 45 mm photo — roughly 64–76% of the photo height.
Are glasses allowed in a UK passport photo?
Generally no. Glasses are only permitted if removal is medically impossible, and must not have tinted lenses or cause glare.