Passport Photo Size Guide: Complete Dimensions for Every Country
Passport photo sizes vary by country. The most common sizes are 2x2 inches (US, Canada), 35x45mm (EU, India, UK), and 33x48mm (Australia). Using the wrong size is the leading cause of passport photo rejection. This guide covers requirements for all major countries.
Passport Photo Dimensions by Country
| Country | Size | Head Size |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2 x 2 in (51 x 51 mm) | 1 - 1 3/8 in (25 - 35 mm) |
| United Kingdom | 35 x 45 mm | 29 - 34 mm |
| India | 35 x 45 mm | 32 - 36 mm |
| Canada | 50 x 70 mm | 25 - 35 mm |
| Australia | 35 x 45 mm | 32 - 36 mm |
| European Union | 35 x 45 mm | 30 - 36 mm |
Common Reasons for Rejection
The most common reasons passport photos are rejected include incorrect size or dimensions, poor lighting or shadows on the face, incorrect background color (must be white or off-white), glasses with glare or tinted lenses, and non-neutral facial expressions.
How to Get the Right Size Every Time
Using a passport photo maker with preset country-specific dimensions eliminates guesswork. Face Crop Studio includes presets for all major countries and lets you crop photos to exact specifications using AI face detection. Background removal is included in every license — remove distracting backgrounds without per-image fees, with privacy and data security built in.
Compared to visiting a photo studio, creating passport photos at home with AI saves time and money. You can retake photos until perfect without additional cost.