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VFS Indian Passport Photo Size Guide

The VFS document packet requires printed 2×2in (50×50mm) photos — a different size from your 35×45mm-equivalent digital file. Get both in one order.

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Last reviewed: August 2026 · Official sources: Passport Seva · VFS Global

📋 VFS Indian Passport — Photo Requirements
Print Size
2 × 2 in (50 × 50 mm)
Copies
Commonly 2
Background
Plain white
NOT This
Not 35×45mm (that's the digital-file size)
Face Coverage
80–85% of frame
Also Needed
630×810 px digital (35×45mm equiv.)
⚠️ Check current VFS requirements. Photo requirements may vary by location and application type. Verify at vfsglobal.com or contact your nearest VFS center before your appointment.
Size Comparison

2×2in — What the VFS Print Looks Like

The VFS Global document packet requires a printed photo at 2×2in (50×50mm) — the same nominal size used for US passport photos, though VFS is the authority to confirm exact requirements for your appointment. This is a different product from your Passport Seva digital upload, whose 630×810px file corresponds to the classic 35×45mm Indian passport photo format.

2×2"
2×2 in (50×50mm)
VFS Print (Indian Passport)
✅ Correct for VFS
630×810
630×810 px (35×45mm equiv.)
Passport Seva digital upload
🖥️ Also needed
Size Comparison Table

VFS Print vs. Passport Seva Digital vs. US Passport

FormatDimensionsUse CaseStatus
VFS Print (Indian Passport)2 × 2 in (50 × 50 mm)VFS Global document packet✅ Required
Passport Seva Digital630 × 810 px (35 × 45 mm equiv., under 250 KB)Online upload at mportal.passportindia.gov.in✅ Also required
US Passport Photo2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm)US passport applications⚠️ Same nominal size, different application

VFS print requirements can vary by location — always confirm with your nearest VFS center before your appointment.

Printing Guide

How to Print Your 2×2in VFS Photos

1

Download Print Sheet

VFSPhotoReady provides a print sheet — two 2×2in (50×50mm) photos arranged on a 4×6 inch layout with dashed cut guides.

2

Print at a Drugstore

Print at Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, or any photo center. Select 4×6 inch photo paper at 300 DPI. Standard photo printing cost is typically under $0.50.

3

Cut Along Dashed Lines

Use scissors or a paper cutter to cut along the dashed lines. You'll have two 2×2in photos — VFS commonly requires two copies.

How VFSPhotoReady Works

One Upload — Both Formats

1

Upload Your Photo

Any photo works — phone selfie, family snapshot, or existing passport photo. Any format, any size.

2

AI Processes Both

Face detected and centered, 8 ICAO 2025 rules validated, 630×810 px digital + 2×2in print sheet both generated.

3

Download & Print

Get your digital file for Passport Seva upload and print sheet ready for your VFS appointment. Both in one $5.99 order.

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2×2in print sheet + 630×810 px Passport Seva digital file. Both formats in one order.

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Common Mistakes

Why VFS Photos Get Rejected

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Printing your digital file at its native size — the 630×810px digital file (35×45mm equivalent) is not the same product as the 2×2in VFS print. Use the dedicated print sheet.
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Non-white background — patterned, grey, or colored backgrounds are commonly not accepted.
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Glasses in photo — ICAO 2025 guidelines indicate all glasses should be removed for passport photos.
⚠️
Blurry or low-quality print — printing at low resolution or on regular paper reduces photo quality.
⚠️
Smiling or expressions — a neutral expression with mouth closed is commonly required.
🖨️2×2in print sheet for Walmart/CVS printing
🖥️630×810 px digital file included
🔒Photo stays private — browser processing
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Frequently Asked Questions

VFS Photo Size — Common Questions

What is the VFS Indian passport photo size? ▾
The VFS Indian passport photo print size is commonly 2×2in (50×50mm) — the physical printed photo size required for the VFS Global document packet. This is different from the 630×810px digital file (35×45mm equivalent) used for the separate Passport Seva online upload — both are commonly needed.
How many photos does VFS require for Indian passport renewal? ▾
VFS Global commonly requires two printed 2×2in (50×50mm) photos for the physical document packet. Requirements may vary — check the latest instructions at vfsglobal.com or your nearest VFS center before your appointment.
Is the VFS print size the same as the digital upload size? ▾
No. The digital file for Passport Seva's online portal is 630×810px, equivalent to the classic 35×45mm Indian passport photo format. The physical print for your VFS Global appointment is a different size — 2×2in (50×50mm). Both are commonly required, for different steps of the application.
Where can I print 2×2in passport photos? ▾
You can print 2×2in (50×50mm) passport photos at Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, or any photo printing service. VFSPhotoReady provides a print sheet sized for a standard 4×6 inch photo paper — print it at any drugstore photo center and cut along the dashed lines.
Do I need both the digital file and printed photos for Indian passport? ▾
Yes, for most Indian passport applications you commonly need both: the 630×810px JPEG (35×45mm equivalent) for the online Passport Seva upload, and printed 2×2in (50×50mm) photos for your physical VFS document packet. VFSPhotoReady generates both from a single upload.

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