UK Visa Photo Size — UKVI Compliant, Resize Free

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UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requires passport photos to be 35mm wide by 45mm tall (413×531px at 300 DPI). Unlike most countries, UKVI accepts a cream or light grey background in addition to white. Our tool resizes your photo to the correct spec.

Official Requirements

Dimensions
35 x 45 mm
Pixels (300dpi)
413 x 531 px
Background
White, cream, or light grey
Format
JPEG
Head coverage
70–80% of frame
Expression
Neutral, eyes open

Pro Tip: UKVI specifically requires that your head (including hair) fills 70–80% of the frame. If you have long hair, ensure it does not obscure your face or push your head size down below 70%.

How It Works

1

Upload your photo

Select a JPEG or PNG photo with a white or cream background.

2

Resize to 413×531px

Auto-resized to meet UKVI's 35×45mm biometric standard.

3

Download

Save the JPEG — ready for online UKVI submission or printing.

4

Submit to UKVI or print

Upload in your UK visa application or print for in-person submission at a visa centre.

Who Uses This

UK Standard Visitor Visa

Indian and international tourists applying for a UK standard visitor visa need a compliant 35×45mm digital photo.

UK Student Visa (CAS)

Students applying for the UK Student Route visa must provide a UKVI-compliant photo.

UK Skilled Worker Visa

Employment-based UK visa applicants need a biometric photo meeting the UKVI spec.

ILR & Citizenship Applications

Indefinite Leave to Remain and British citizenship applications require fresh, compliant photos.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size photo is required for a UK visa?+
UKVI requires a 35mm×45mm photo (413×531px at 300 DPI), in JPEG format, with a white, cream, or light grey background and a neutral expression.
Is the UK visa photo size the same as an Indian passport photo?+
Yes — both use 35×45mm (413×531px). The same resized file can be used for both applications.
Does UKVI accept photos taken on a phone?+
Yes, if the photo meets all specifications including background color, head size, and lighting.
How many UK visa photos do I need?+
One digital photo for online applications. Visa Application Centres (VACs) may also take biometrics in person.
Can I submit the same photo for my UK visa and Schengen visa?+
Yes. Both use 35×45mm (413×531px) and accept similar background colors. The same resized image works for both.

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