United Kingdom Visa Photo Maker
UK visa (UKVI) photos use a recorded 45×35mm frame with a plain light background and a neutral expression. This maker prepares those selected properties; confirm the current UKVI workflow before upload.
Prepared for the published requirements of: Passport (HMPO), Most UK visas.
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A clear, front-facing photo works best
JPG · PNG · HEIC · processed on your device, never uploaded
Before you upload — United Kingdom photo preparation checklist
- A plain, evenly lit background to start (we apply the selected colour)
- Face the camera straight on, both ears roughly visible
- Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open
- A recent photo, taken within the last 6 months
- Shadows on your face or the wall behind you
- Glasses — remove them unless they're medically required
- Hair across the eyes, hats or caps
- Filters, beauty smoothing, or a cropped group photo
Get the head size right
For United Kingdom, your face should fill 65–75% of the photo — the maker does this automatically, but here's what it should look like.
Correct head size
Too small / far away
Too close / cropped
United Kingdom visa photo specification
- Print size
- 35 × 45 mm
- Head height
- 29–34 mm (chin to crown)
- Head % of frame
- 65–75%
- Background
- #EFEAD9
- Digital size
- min 600×750px
- File size
- 50–10240 KB
- Min DPI
- 300
- Glasses
- remove if possible
- Expression
- neutral only (biometric)
Good to know
The UK rejects plain white backgrounds. It wants light grey or cream, which this tool applies for you. Take your glasses off unless you need them for medical reasons.
Verified 4 Jun 2026gov.uk
Report outdated informationUK visa photo requirements
UK Visas and Immigration expects a recent colour photo with a plain light-coloured background, a neutral expression, mouth closed and eyes open, and nothing covering the face. For digital uploads the photo should be clear, in focus and meet the portal's pixel and file-size requirements.
Background colour matters here too
As with UK passports, this preset uses a plain light grey or cream background. Avoid patterns and shadows. The maker applies the selected light background automatically; inspect it and confirm the current UKVI instructions before upload.
Uploading your UK visa photo
Online UK visa applications and the biometric process accept a digital photo within set size limits. Make the photo here, then use the resize-to-KB tool to bring it under the file-size cap while keeping it sharp.
Meeting the United Kingdom upload file-size limit
Online United Kingdom uploads accept roughly 50–10240 KB. If your portal needs a smaller file, compress the finished photo to an exact size. Your image stays in your browser.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a UK visa photo?
A 45×35mm digital standard with a plain light background and a neutral expression. Online uploads also have to meet the portal's pixel and file-size limits.
What background does a UK visa photo need?
A plain light-coloured background. This preset uses light grey or cream; avoid patterns and shadows, then confirm the current application instructions before upload.
Is a UK visa photo the same as a UK passport photo?
They share the 35/45mm light-background format and neutral-expression rules. The visa photo is uploaded digitally, so it also has to meet the file-size limit.
How do I reduce my UK visa photo file size?
Use the resize-to-KB tool after making the photo to compress it under the upload limit without visible quality loss.
What size is a visa photo for United Kingdom?
A visa photo for United Kingdom is 35×45mm. EasyPhoto sets this size automatically.
What background colour does a visa photo for United Kingdom need?
Plain light grey or cream — NOT white (top UK rejection cause). The tool applies the correct colour for you.
What is the head size in a visa photo for United Kingdom?
Your head should measure 29–34mm from chin to crown. We size it to that band and flag it if it's off.
Can I wear glasses or smile in a visa photo for United Kingdom?
Glasses: remove if possible. Expression: neutral only (biometric).
What file size does the United Kingdom online visa upload need?
Online uploads typically accept 50–10240 KB, so compress your photo to fit if needed.
Is the United Kingdom visa photo maker free and private?
Yes. It's free, with no watermark, and processed entirely in your browser. Your photo is never uploaded.