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Photo size previewGREY BACKGROUND
Head Top34 mm
Eye LevelEyes Open
Chin29 mm
35 mm45 mm Head Top Eye Level Chin
🇬🇧 United Kingdom - Passport (35 × 45 mm)
HM Passport Office: 35x45 mm, cream or light grey background (white forbidden), head 29-34 mm.
Head Height64% – 76%
Print Output413×531 px @ 300 DPI
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Official Biometric Requirements
- Printed photo must measure 35 mm wide by 45 mm high.
- Head size (chin to crown) must measure strictly between 29 mm and 34 mm (64% to 76% of height).
- Background MUST be plain light grey or plain cream. Pure white backgrounds are NOT allowed by GOV.UK.
- No red-eye, no glare on face, and no reflection on glasses (taking off glasses is recommended).
- Neutral facial expression with mouth closed and eyes looking straight ahead.
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Common Rejection Reasons
- Using a pure white background (HM Passport Office explicitly requires plain cream or light grey).
- Head size smaller than 29mm or larger than 34mm.
- Flash glare or reflections on spectacle lenses.
- Hair covering eyes, eyebrows, or face contours.
Technical Specification Summary
Dimensions35 × 45 mm
Head Height %64% – 76%
Backgroundlight-grey, cream
EyeglassesDiscouraged; forbidden if tinted, reflective, or covering eyes
Answers & Guidance
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is a pure white background rejected for UK passports?
HM Passport Office rules state white backgrounds cause overexposure with biometric scanners; plain light grey or cream is required.
What are the exact dimensions for a UK passport photo?
35mm wide by 45mm high, with chin-to-crown head height between 29mm and 34mm.
Can I upload a digital photo for a UK passport application?
Yes, online UK passport applications accept digital uploads at least 600x750 pixels and file size between 50KB and 10MB.
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