Passport
United Kingdom passport Photo Tool
Upload a photo and we'll crop, resize, and compress it to the exact United Kingdom passport specification - entirely in your browser.
35×45 mm600×750pxPlain light grey or cream
Your resized photo will appear here at 35×45mm, sized between 50-10240KB.
Spec details
Plain light grey or cream, no pattern or shadows
Diagram showing a 35 by 45 millimeter photo with a plain light grey or cream, no pattern or shadows background.| Document type | Passport |
|---|---|
| Print size | 35 × 45 mm |
| Digital size | 600 × 750 px |
| Resolution | 300 DPI |
| File size | 50-10240 KB |
| Background | Plain light grey or cream, no pattern or shadows |
| Format | JPG |
Source: GOV.UK
Frequently asked questions
- What size is a UK passport photo?
- 35×45mm when printed, or 600×750px at 300 DPI for a digital upload.
- What background color does a UK passport photo need?
- Plain light grey or cream, with no pattern or shadows behind you.
- What file size and format does a UK passport photo need to be?
- JPG format, between 50KB and 10,240KB (10MB).
- Can I take my UK passport photo myself, or do I need a studio?
- You can take it yourself at home - just use a plain wall as your background, stand in even lighting, and use this tool to crop and resize it correctly. No studio visit needed.
- How recent does a UK passport photo need to be?
- It should be less than 1 month old and clearly look like you do now.
- Where can I get UK passport photos taken in the US?
- You don't need to find a specialty photo shop - take your own photo at home with a plain background and even lighting, then use this tool to crop and resize it to the exact UK passport specification.
- How do I renew a UK passport from the US?
- You can renew online through the official UK government service (gov.uk) from anywhere in the world, including the US - you'll upload your photo and documents digitally as part of the application.
- How much does a UK passport cost?
- Fees vary by application type (online vs paper, adult vs child) and whether you're applying from inside or outside the UK - check GOV.UK for current pricing.
- Do US passport holders need a visa to visit the UK?
- US citizens do not need a visa for short tourist or business visits to the UK, but should check the latest entry requirements (such as any Electronic Travel Authorisation) on GOV.UK before traveling.
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