🖥️ Digital — Passport Seva
Online Upload Requirements
Dimensions630 × 810 px
FormatJPEG only
File sizeCommonly under 250 KB
BackgroundPlain white
Aspect ratio7:9 (portrait)
Physical equivalent35 × 45 mm
Used atmportal.passportindia.gov.in
🖨️ Print — VFS Packet
Physical Photo Requirements
Print size2 × 2 in (50 × 50 mm)
Copies neededCommonly 2
BackgroundPlain white
NOT thisNot 35×45mm (that's the digital-file size, not the VFS print)
PaperPhoto paper (glossy or matte)
Used atVFS Global appointment
ICAO 2025 Standards
ICAO 2025 Photo Rules — What Changed
ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) 2025 guidelines have tightened requirements for biometric passport photos. Here's what is commonly required and what VFSPhotoReady checks automatically:
Face auto-centered (AI)AI detects face and positions it to ICAO-compliant framing automatically
Resized to 630×810 px (AI)Any photo automatically resized and compressed to Passport Seva specifications
Eyes open — AI checkedAWS Rekognition verifies eyes are open and clearly visible
Neutral expression — AI checkedAI detects smiling — a neutral expression is commonly required
Head tilt — AI checkedHead rotation checked — under 4° is ideal; over 8° is flagged
No glasses (ICAO 2025 change)All glasses — prescription and sunglasses — should be removed. Must be verified by you.
White background requiredAI background removal is included — any background is automatically replaced with plain white
Mouth closedNo open mouth or teeth showing. Must be confirmed by you before submitting.
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Detailed Guides
Photo Requirement Guides by Topic
Digital Upload
630×810 px Photo Guide
What 630×810 pixels means, how it differs from print size, and how to prepare your Passport Seva digital file.
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File Size
Photo Under 250 KB
Why phone photos are too large for Passport Seva and how to properly resize and compress to meet upload requirements.
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Print Size
VFS 2×2in Photo Size
The physical print photo size for VFS appointments explained — 2×2in (50×50mm), how it differs from the 35×45mm digital-file size, and a printing guide.
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OCI Applications
OCI Photo Size Guide
Photo requirements for Overseas Citizen of India card applications, including size, background, and ICAO compliance.
Read guide →
Frequently Asked Questions
Indian Passport Photo — Common Questions
What are the Indian passport photo requirements? ▾
Indian passport photo requirements commonly include: 630×810 px JPEG (35×45mm equivalent) under 250 KB for Passport Seva digital upload; 2×2in (50×50mm) printed photos for the VFS document packet; plain white background; neutral expression with mouth closed; no glasses; face covering 80–85% of the frame; no hat except religious headwear. Always verify with official Passport Seva guidelines at mportal.passportindia.gov.in.
What size photo do I need for Indian passport renewal in the USA? ▾
For Indian passport renewal in the USA, you commonly need two formats: a 630×810 px JPEG (35×45mm equivalent) under 250 KB for uploading to Passport Seva online, and two printed 2×2in (50×50mm) photos for the VFS Global document packet. The printed photos use the same 2×2in format as US passport photos, though the exact requirement can vary by VFS location — always confirm before your appointment.
What are ICAO 2025 photo requirements? ▾
ICAO 2025 updates commonly require: no glasses of any kind; neutral expression with mouth closed; face covering 80–85% of the photo; no beauty filters or digitally altered backgrounds; plain white background; eyes open and clearly visible; head straight with no significant tilt. VFSPhotoReady validates photos against these ICAO 2025 guidelines.
Can I take my own passport photo at home? ▾
Yes, you can take your own passport photo at home using a smartphone or camera. Use a plain white wall as background, ensure good even lighting with no shadows, and take a straight-on portrait photo. VFSPhotoReady then processes your photo to meet the technical requirements — correct size, compression, ICAO validation, and both digital and print formats.
How long is a passport photo valid for Indian passport? ▾
Indian passport applications commonly require a recent photo — typically taken within the last 6 months. Your appearance should match the photo at the time of application. Check the latest guidelines at mportal.passportindia.gov.in for specific photo recency requirements.
What is the difference between Passport Seva and VFS photo requirements? ▾
Passport Seva (online portal) requires a 630×810 px JPEG (35×45mm equivalent) under 250 KB for digital upload. VFS Global (in-person appointment) requires printed 2×2in (50×50mm) physical photos for your document packet. Both are commonly required for Indian passport renewal — they serve different parts of the application process.
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