Passport Photo Maker

Create a properly sized passport, visa or ID photo directly in your browser. Choose a ready-made preset for the EU, Italy, the United States, the United Kingdom, India or China, or enter your own dimensions in millimetres. The tool keeps the required aspect ratio locked, provides a head-position and eye-line guide, and exports a high-resolution JPEG at 300 DPI. You can download one finished photo or generate a 10 × 15 cm print sheet containing multiple copies, formatted for printing through a photo kiosk, pharmacy or copy shop. Your image is processed locally in your browser and is not uploaded to our servers.

Important: the editor prepares dimensions, crop and print layout only. It does not perform a biometric check, certify compliance or guarantee that a passport, visa or ID photo will be accepted.

Make a passport or ID photo without complicated editing software

Preparing an identification photo can be frustrating because official documents usually require more than a simple portrait. The finished image must have the correct width and height, the face must be positioned consistently, the background must be suitable, and the file must contain enough detail for printing. A photo that looks acceptable on a phone screen may still be rejected if the crop is too loose, the head is too large, the eyes are placed too high, or the printed dimensions are wrong.

This passport photo maker simplifies the technical part of the process. Instead of manually calculating pixels, aspect ratios and print resolution, you can select the document format you need and adjust the crop visually. The tool locks the shape of the crop so that you cannot accidentally create a photo with the wrong proportions. The oval and eye-line overlay helps you place the face in a sensible position, while the 300 DPI export creates a file designed for high-quality photo printing.

The result can be used for many common applications, including passport renewals, visa forms, residence permits, driving licences, student cards, employee badges and other identity documents. Acceptance always depends on the rules of the authority receiving the photo, so check the latest official instructions before submitting or printing it. The tool handles sizing and layout, but it cannot verify every requirement concerning expression, clothing, background, shadows, head coverings or biometric compliance.

What this online passport photo maker can do

The editor is designed for people who need a clean, technically prepared identity photo without installing desktop software or sending a personal portrait to an external editing service. It combines the most useful preparation features in one simple workflow:

• Ready-to-use presets for several widely requested passport and visa photo formats.
• Custom width and height fields for documents with different millimetre requirements.
• A locked aspect ratio that prevents accidental stretching or incorrect cropping.
• A movable and scalable crop area for centring the face and shoulders.
• An oval head-position guide and eye-line reference for easier alignment.
• High-resolution JPEG export at 300 DPI for printing.
• A standard 10 × 15 cm print sheet with multiple copies and trimming guides.
• Automatic white filling when the source PNG contains transparent areas.
• Private, browser-based processing with no image upload required.
• Support for common JPG, PNG and WebP portrait files.

You remain in control of the crop throughout the process. The tool does not apply beauty filters, replace your face or make heavy cosmetic changes. This is important because official photos should show a recent and recognisable likeness. Start with a suitable portrait, use the guide to position it carefully, and then compare the result with the instructions provided by the relevant passport office, consulate, embassy or issuing authority.

Standard passport, visa and ID photo sizes

Different countries and documents use different physical dimensions. Some authorities specify the size in millimetres, while others use inches or require a digital image with a particular pixel range. The presets below create the listed physical size at 300 DPI. Pixel dimensions are rounded to the nearest practical whole pixel where necessary.

A correct outer size is only one part of a compliant identity photo. Countries may also define the permitted head height, the distance between the chin and the top of the image, the position of the eyes, the background colour and the amount of visible shoulder area. For example, two photos can both measure 35 × 45 mm while only one has the face positioned correctly. Use the on-screen guide as a practical aid, but always compare your finished image with the current official sample for your application.

How to create a passport photo online

1. Choose a suitable portrait

Use a recent, clear photograph taken from the front. Your entire head should be visible, with enough space around it to adjust the crop. A tightly cropped selfie may not leave sufficient room above the hair or around the shoulders. For the best result, ask another person to take the picture from approximately eye level, or place the phone on a stable support and use a timer. Stand far enough from the camera to reduce wide-angle distortion.

2. Upload the image

Drop the portrait into the upload area or click to select a file from your device. JPG, PNG and WebP images are accepted. Large, sharp source files generally produce better prints than screenshots or heavily compressed images. If a PNG has transparent areas, the editor fills those areas with white because identification photos normally require a solid background.

3. Select the document preset

Choose the preset that matches the passport, visa or identity document you are preparing. The crop frame automatically changes to the correct aspect ratio. When a document is not listed, enter the required width and height in millimetres using the custom-size option. Verify the figures against the official application instructions rather than relying on a format used for a different country or document.

4. Align the face

Move and scale the portrait until the face sits naturally inside the oval guide and the eyes are close to the indicated eye line. Keep the head upright and centred. Do not crop the top of the hair unless the official specification explicitly allows it. Leave the required amount of space between the head and the image edges, and avoid showing too much empty background below the shoulders.

5. Generate the finished photo

Select Generate Photo to create the final image. Review the result at full size. Check that the photograph has not become blurry, stretched or excessively enlarged and that no important part of the head has been cut off. If the positioning is not right, return to the crop, make a small adjustment and generate it again.

6. Download a single photo or print sheet

Download Photo saves one JPEG in the selected document size. This version is useful for online applications or for inserting into a form when the authority accepts a digital upload. Download Print Sheet creates a 10 × 15 cm layout with multiple copies arranged on standard photo paper. The sheet includes cutting guides, making it easier to trim each photo to the correct physical dimensions after printing.

Passport photo requirements: a practical checklist

Photo rules differ between authorities, but the following checks apply to many passport and ID applications. Review every point before generating the final file.

Use a plain, light background

A white, off-white or very light neutral background is commonly requested. The surface should be uniform and free from patterns, furniture, doors, visible corners or other people. Stand a little away from the wall to reduce hard shadows behind the head. Automatic background removal can create rough edges around hair and ears, so a genuinely plain background often produces a more natural and reliable result.

Keep a neutral expression

Look directly at the camera with both eyes open and clearly visible. Keep your mouth closed unless the issuing authority allows a different expression. Avoid a broad smile, raised eyebrows, squinting or turning the head. Babies and very young children may have different rules, but the face should still be as visible and unobstructed as possible.

Use even lighting

Light the face from the front or from two balanced sides. Avoid strong overhead light, direct sunlight and a single bright lamp that creates deep shadows. The skin tone should look natural, with detail visible on both sides of the face. Watch for a shadow under the chin, dark eye sockets, red-eye reflections or an overexposed forehead.

Avoid glare and obstructions

Glasses can create reflections or cover the eyes. Some authorities do not permit glasses at all unless they are medically necessary, while others accept clear lenses when the eyes remain fully visible. Tinted lenses are generally unsuitable. Hair should not cover the eyes, and accessories should not hide important facial features. Head coverings may be allowed for religious or medical reasons, but the complete facial outline usually needs to remain visible.

Do not use filters or heavy retouching

Identity photos should represent your real, current appearance. Avoid skin-smoothing filters, face reshaping, artificial makeup, background effects, colour-changing presets and edits that remove permanent features. Basic corrections such as careful cropping or modest exposure adjustment may be acceptable, but the face should not be digitally altered in a way that affects recognition.

Start with a high-quality image

Use the original camera file whenever possible. Images copied from messaging apps or social networks may have been compressed. A small source can become soft or pixelated when enlarged to fill the passport frame. Make sure the camera is focused on the eyes, the lens is clean and the image does not contain motion blur.

Check head size and position

The face commonly occupies a large part of the frame, often around 70–80%, but the exact permitted proportion varies. The head should not look tiny inside a large area of background, and it should not be so large that the hair or chin touches the border. Use the oval guide for an initial placement, then compare the result with the official diagram for your document.

What 300 DPI means when printing a document photo

DPI means dots per inch and describes the intended print density. At 300 DPI, one inch of the printed photograph is represented by approximately 300 image pixels. This is a common print density for small photographs, but it is not a universal application requirement and does not make an unsuitable source photo compliant.

Physical size and pixel size are connected. A 2 × 2 inch US passport photo at 300 DPI is 600 × 600 pixels. A 35 × 45 mm photo converts to approximately 413 × 531 pixels. The passport photo maker performs these conversions automatically, so you do not have to calculate them or resize the file by trial and error.

DPI metadata alone does not improve a poor-quality source. A blurred 200-pixel selfie will not become genuinely detailed simply because it is labelled 300 DPI. Begin with a clear portrait that contains more pixels than the final export. This allows the tool to crop and resize the image while retaining as much useful detail as possible.

Single JPEG or 10 × 15 cm print sheet: which should you choose?

Choose the single JPEG when you are completing an online application, emailing a photo to a professional service or uploading it to a document portal. The file contains one image at the dimensions selected in the editor. Before uploading, check whether the website also imposes limits on file size, file format, colour profile or maximum pixel dimensions.

Choose the print sheet when you need physical copies. The 10 × 15 cm format is supported by many self-service photo kiosks and online print shops. Multiple passport-size photos are arranged on one sheet, which can be more economical than ordering each copy separately. Print the file without automatic cropping, border expansion or “fit to frame” adjustments, because those settings can alter the finished dimensions.

After printing, measure one copy with a ruler before cutting the entire sheet. The outer dimensions should match the selected preset. Cut carefully along the guide lines with scissors, a craft knife and ruler, or a paper trimmer. Avoid cutting into the photo area or leaving a visible border unless the application instructions request one.

How to print passport photos at the correct size

1. Download the 10 × 15 cm print sheet rather than the single-photo file.
2. Transfer the JPEG to a USB drive, phone or the upload service used by your chosen kiosk.
3. Select 10 × 15 cm or 4 × 6 inch photo paper, depending on the options displayed.
4. Turn off automatic enhancement when it changes colour, brightness or sharpness excessively.
5. Choose the setting that prints the entire image without zooming or cropping the edges.
6. Print one test sheet and confirm the dimensions with a ruler.
7. Allow the print to dry, then cut each copy along the guide lines.

Some printers add borders or resize images to match their printable area. Home printers can also introduce scaling when “fit to page” is enabled. A photo kiosk is often easier because 10 × 15 cm is a standard photographic paper size, but you should still review the preview screen and make sure no part of the sheet is being cropped.

Create a custom-size ID photo

Not every identity document uses one of the listed presets. Local residence cards, transport passes, professional licences, school records and application forms may request a different size. Use the custom dimensions option to enter the exact width and height in millimetres. The editor calculates a matching aspect ratio and prepares the final image at 300 DPI.

Enter the dimensions exactly as written by the authority. Do not confuse the required photo size with the maximum size of the upload file, and do not assume that two documents from the same country use identical rules. If the instructions specify pixels instead of millimetres, confirm that the expected resolution and aspect ratio are compatible before printing.

Your portrait stays on your device

Passport and ID photos are sensitive personal images. This tool processes the selected file locally in your web browser. The photo does not need to be uploaded to our servers for cropping or export. Closing or refreshing the page clears the current editing session from the tool.

Browser-based processing also makes the workflow faster because there is no upload queue. Performance depends on your device and the size of the source file. On an older phone or computer, a very large image may take slightly longer to load or generate. You can reduce the source dimensions with our Resize Image tool if necessary, but keep enough resolution for a sharp final export.

Common passport photo mistakes to avoid

• Using a casual selfie taken from below or too close to the face.
• Selecting the wrong country preset because two formats look similar.
• Leaving the face too small or enlarging it until the hair is cropped.
• Submitting a photo with shadows, glare, red eyes or uneven lighting.
• Using a patterned, dark or cluttered background.
• Applying a beauty filter or editing facial features.
• Printing the single JPEG with “fit to page,” which changes its physical size.
• Allowing a kiosk to crop the edges of the 10 × 15 cm print sheet.
• Using an old photograph that no longer reflects your current appearance.
• Assuming that correct dimensions automatically guarantee official acceptance.

Most problems can be avoided by taking a new portrait specifically for the document, checking the official instructions first and reviewing the generated photo carefully before paying for prints or submitting an application.

Why use this free passport photo maker?

You do not need an account, a paid subscription or specialist design skills. The preset sizes remove manual calculations, the crop guide makes alignment easier, and the final files are prepared for both digital use and standard photographic printing. The entire process takes place in the browser, helping you keep control of a personal image.

The tool is especially convenient when you already have a suitable portrait and only need to format it correctly. It cannot replace the judgement of an issuing authority or guarantee acceptance, but it can remove many of the technical errors that occur when people crop, resize and arrange passport photos manually.

Frequently asked questions

What DPI are passport photos exported at?

All generated photos and print sheets are exported at 300 DPI. This is a common professional print resolution and allows the preset millimetre sizes to be converted into suitable pixel dimensions.

Can I print the photo at a kiosk?

Yes. Download the 10 × 15 cm print sheet and print it on the matching paper size. Make sure the kiosk does not zoom, crop or stretch the file. Cut the individual photos along the guide lines after printing.

Can I use the single JPEG for an online passport application?

You can use it when the application accepts the selected dimensions and JPEG format. Online portals may impose additional rules for pixel size, file weight, background and image quality, so compare the file with the portal’s current requirements before uploading.

Does the tool remove the background?

The tool does not automatically replace a normal photographic background. Start with a portrait taken against a plain light surface. If the source is a transparent PNG, transparent areas are filled with white during export.

Is my photo uploaded or stored?

No. Cropping and generation take place locally in your browser. The selected portrait is not uploaded to our servers by the tool.

Which image formats can I upload?

You can select JPG, PNG or WebP images. For the best print quality, use the original high-resolution file from the camera rather than a screenshot or a copy downloaded from a messaging app.

Can I enter a photo size that is not listed?

Yes. Choose the custom-size option and enter the required width and height in millimetres. Confirm the measurements using the official document instructions before generating the image.

Does the tool guarantee that my photo will be accepted?

No online editor can guarantee acceptance because authorities apply document-specific rules and may assess the image manually or with biometric checks. This tool prepares the size, crop and print layout; you are responsible for checking the latest official photo requirements.

Create your passport photo now

Upload a recent portrait, select the required document size and align your face with the on-screen guide. Generate a single 300 DPI JPEG for digital use or download a 10 × 15 cm print sheet with multiple copies. The process is free, private and completed directly in your browser.

Important: Passport, visa and ID photo rules can change and may differ by document type, applicant age and issuing authority. Always check the latest official instructions before submitting your photo. This tool helps with cropping, sizing and printing but does not certify biometric compliance or guarantee acceptance.