Passport photo rules differ by country in two main ways: the size of the photo and the required background. The table below covers commonly requested specifications. Rules change — always confirm with the official authority of the issuing country before you submit.
| Country / Region | Typical size | Typical background |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2×2 in (51×51 mm) | White or off-white |
| United Kingdom | 35×45 mm | Plain cream or light grey |
| EU / Schengen | 35×45 mm | Plain light (white / light grey) |
| India | 2×2 in (51×51 mm) | White |
| Pakistan | 35×45 mm | White |
| Philippines | 35×45 mm | White |
| Malaysia | 35×50 mm | White or light blue (document-dependent) |
| Indonesia | Varies by document | Red or blue for some IDs; white for others |
| China | 33×48 mm | White or light blue |
| Canada | 50×70 mm | Plain white or light |
| Australia | 35×45 mm | Plain light grey or white |
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The rules that apply almost everywhere
Whatever the country: recent photo (usually under 6 months old), neutral expression, full face visible, no shadows on the face or background, no filters or retouching of facial features, and printed at high quality if a physical copy is required. The background must be uniform — which is exactly what a digital fill guarantees.