United Kingdom Passport Photo Maker
A UK passport photo is 35×45mm — and crucially, the background must be light grey or cream, not white. This maker applies the correct background for HM Passport Office and sizes your head to the required band automatically.
Accepted for: Passport (HMPO), Most UK visas.
Drop a photo here, or click to choose
JPG, PNG or HEIC · a clear, front-facing photo works best
Processed in your browser — never uploaded
United Kingdom passport photo requirements
- Print size
- 35 × 45 mm
- Head height
- 29–34 mm (chin to crown)
- Head % of frame
- 65–75%
- Background
- #EFEAD9
- Digital size
- min 600×750px
- File size
- 50–10240 KB
- Min DPI
- 300
- Glasses
- remove if possible
- Expression
- neutral only (biometric)
Good to know
Do NOT default UK to a white background — light grey/cream only. Online flow issues a 'digital photo code' the user enters on gov.uk.
Official sourceVerification status: Confirmed against the official government source.
Why a UK passport photo isn't white
Plain white is one of the most common UK rejection reasons. HM Passport Office wants a plain light grey or cream background with no shadows or patterns. This maker defaults to a compliant light background, so you don't fail the most avoidable check.
UK passport photo specification
The photo is 35×45mm with the head (chin to crown) between 29 and 34mm. You need a neutral expression with your mouth closed, both eyes open and visible, nothing covering the face, and no glasses unless you must wear them for medical reasons.
Online photo code vs. printed photo
When you apply online you can either upload a digital photo or use a code from a photo booth. This maker creates a digital photo you can upload directly; for a printed photo, download the 6×4 sheet and print it on photo paper.
Meeting the United Kingdom upload file-size limit
Online United Kingdom uploads accept roughly 50–10240 KB. If your portal or form needs a smaller file, compress your finished photo to an exact size — your image stays in your browser.
Frequently asked questions
Why can't a UK passport photo have a white background?
HM Passport Office requires a plain light grey or cream background — pure white is a frequent rejection reason. The tool applies the correct light background for you.
What size is a UK passport photo?
35×45mm, with the head measuring 29–34mm from chin to crown.
Can I take a UK passport photo at home for the online application?
Yes — take a front-facing photo against a plain wall in even light, then use this maker to set the correct size and light grey background and upload it.
Are glasses allowed in a UK passport photo?
Generally no — glasses should be removed unless you must wear them for medical reasons, and there must be no glare.
What size is a United Kingdom passport photo?
A United Kingdom passport photo is 35×45mm. EasyPhoto sets this size automatically.
What background colour does a United Kingdom passport photo need?
Plain light grey or cream — NOT white (top UK rejection cause). The tool applies the correct colour for you.
What is the head size in a United Kingdom passport photo?
Your head should measure 29–34mm from chin to crown. We size it to that band and flag it if it's off.
Can I wear glasses or smile in a United Kingdom passport photo?
Glasses: remove if possible. Expression: neutral only (biometric).
What file size does the United Kingdom online passport upload need?
Online uploads typically accept 50–10240 KB; compress your photo to fit if needed.
Is the United Kingdom passport photo maker free and private?
Yes — free, no watermark, and processed entirely in your browser. Your photo is never uploaded.
Why shouldn't a UK passport photo have a white background?
Plain white is the top UK rejection reason — HMPO wants a light grey or cream background, which this tool applies for you.