Documents specification
UK Passport Photo Size (35×45 mm / 413×531 px)
Format your digital passport photo to match His Majesty’s Passport Office (HMPO) requirements: 35 mm wide by 45 mm high (413×531 pixels at 300 DPI) under 500 KB.
Portal context: HM Passport Office (gov.uk/photos-for-passports).
Size ceiling≤ 500 KB
Target width413 px
Target height531 px
Output formatJPEG (.jpg)
Security100% In-browser
Select a photo or drop file here
Accepts JPG, PNG, and WebP portraits, document scans, or signatures.
WidthAuto if empty
px
HeightAuto if empty
px
Target maximum sizeStrict limit
KB
Centered crop is applied if width and height are both set.
Step-by-step preparation guide.
Follow these 4 simple steps to generate an approved file without errors.
STEP 01
Upload portrait
Select a photo taken against a plain light-grey or cream backdrop.
STEP 02
Preset applied
Configured to 413×531 px and 500 KB.
STEP 03
Download compliant file
Save your file for your online UK passport application.
Portal dos and don'ts checklist
✓ What to do
- Use a plain light-grey or cream background.
✕ What to avoid
- Do not use pure white backgrounds for UK passport photos.
Troubleshooting portal upload errors
Q: Why does HMPO reject white backgrounds?
HMPO guidance mandates plain light grey or plain cream backgrounds to distinguish between background and light hair/clothing.
Frequently asked questions
What pixel dimensions correspond to 35×45 mm?
At standard 300 DPI printing resolution, 35×45 mm translates to 413×531 pixels.
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