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Passport Photo Online

A passport photo is a small, standardized headshot every government requires with a passport application — a specific size, a plain background, a neutral expression, and your face positioned within an exact range. Vekyo turns a picture you already have into a passport photo sized to your country's published specification, entirely in your browser.

What is a passport photo?

Passport photos exist so immigration and border officials can reliably match your face to your travel document. Every country publishes its own exact size and positioning rules — for example the United States uses a 2 x 2 inch square, while the United Kingdom uses 35 x 45 mm — but most share the same underlying principles: a recent, unedited, front-facing photo against a plain light background, with a neutral expression and both eyes clearly visible.

General tips that apply almost everywhere

  • Use a recent photo — most authorities require one taken within the last six months (some, like the UK, want the last month)
  • Stand against a plain, evenly lit wall — avoid patterns, shadows, or textured backgrounds
  • Face the camera directly with a neutral expression and both eyes open
  • Remove glasses and head coverings unless worn for religious or medical reasons
  • Avoid filters, beauty modes, or any photo editing — passport photos must be unaltered

Exact size, head positioning, and background rules vary by country — see your specific destination below rather than relying on general tips alone.

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Frequently asked questions

It's the standardized photo printed in your passport, used by border and immigration officials to visually confirm your identity against your travel document.

Prepared according to the published requirements — not a guarantee of acceptance and not government approved. Always verify the latest requirements with the official authority before submitting your photo.