United Kingdom Visa Photo Maker
UK visa (UKVI) photos follow a 45×35mm digital standard with a plain light background and a neutral expression. This maker produces a compliant photo you can upload or compress to the required file size.
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 visa 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.
UK visa photo requirements
UK Visas and Immigration expects a recent colour photo with a plain light-coloured background, a neutral expression, mouth closed and eyes open, and nothing covering the face. For digital uploads the photo should be clear, in focus and meet the portal's pixel and file-size requirements.
Background colour matters here too
As with UK passports, a plain light grey or cream background is the safe choice — avoid pure white and any pattern or shadow. The maker sets a compliant light background automatically so the photo isn't bounced for the background.
Uploading your UK visa photo
Online UK visa applications and the biometric process accept a digital photo within set size limits. Make the photo here, then use the resize-to-KB tool to bring it under the file-size cap while keeping it sharp.
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
What size is a UK visa photo?
A 45×35mm digital standard with a plain light background and a neutral expression; online uploads must also meet the portal's pixel and file-size limits.
What background does a UK visa photo need?
A plain light-coloured background — light grey or cream is safest. Avoid pure white, patterns and shadows. The tool applies a compliant background for you.
Is a UK visa photo the same as a UK passport photo?
They share the 35/45mm light-background format and neutral-expression rules; the visa photo is uploaded digitally, so it must also meet the file-size limit.
How do I reduce my UK visa photo file size?
Use the resize-to-KB tool after making the photo to compress it under the upload limit without visible quality loss.
What size is a United Kingdom visa photo?
A United Kingdom visa photo is 35×45mm. EasyPhoto sets this size automatically.
What background colour does a United Kingdom visa 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 visa 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 visa photo?
Glasses: remove if possible. Expression: neutral only (biometric).
What file size does the United Kingdom online visa upload need?
Online uploads typically accept 50–10240 KB; compress your photo to fit if needed.
Is the United Kingdom visa photo maker free and private?
Yes — free, no watermark, and processed entirely in your browser. Your photo is never uploaded.