United Kingdom photo size and background
How to make a UK passport photo online
- Use the UK passport preset for a 35 x 45 mm photo.
- Keep the head and shoulders visible with a plain light background.
- Avoid strong shadows, glare, filters, and busy backgrounds.
- Download a single image for online use or a printable sheet for paper applications.
Start with the 35 x 45 mm preset
This opens the shared FlymeTools passport photo maker with the matching country and document type selected. Upload your photo, adjust the crop frame, review Photo Check, and download a single photo or printable sheet.
Create this photoCommon mistakes to avoid
- Using a US 2 x 2 inch square photo.
- Cropping the image as a cut-down version of a larger print.
- Using an old photo or one with visible shadows.
- Printing with scaling instead of actual size.
Printing tips
When printing passport or visa photos, use actual size / 100% scale. Do not use fit-to-page, borderless enlargement or automatic scaling unless the authority or print shop tells you to do so. If an online portal asks for one digital photo, upload the single photo file instead of the printable sheet.
Official requirement reference
Photo rules change and can vary by application type. Check the latest official instructions before submitting: GOV.UK passport photo requirements.
FAQ
What size is a UK passport photo?
A common UK printed passport photo is 35 mm wide by 45 mm high.
What background should I use?
Use a plain light background with no patterns or shadows.
Can I use this for online renewal?
You can export a single image, but always check the current GOV.UK upload requirements before submission.