Visa · United Kingdom

UK Visa Photo

A UK visa photo taken digitally must be at least 600x750px, plain light-coloured background, plain expression with mouth closed, facing the camera, no glasses unless necessary. JPG file from 50KB to 6MB, not altered by software.

Photo difficulty7/10

Photo specs

Print size	35 × 45 mm (ảnh in); ảnh số ≥ 600 × 750 px
Digital size	≥ 600 × 750 px
Background	Plain light-coloured (cream, ivory, light grey) (#EDEDED)
Head size	Show head, shoulders and upper body
Quantity	1 digital photo when applying online
Recency	Must reflect current appearance, not a photo of a photo
File note	JPG/JPEG, 50 KB to 6 MB, not altered

35 × 45 mm (ảnh in); ảnh số ≥ 600 × 750 px · Show head, shoulders and upper body

Detailed rules

Smiling / open mouthPlain expression, mouth closed

GlassesDo not wear unless you have to; no sunglasses/tinted, no glare or frames covering eyes

Black-and-white photoPhoto must be in colour

Software editingPhoto must not be altered by computer software or other means

Head coveringReligious/medical only, face must be visible from hairline to chin

Common rejection reasons

Digital photo smaller than 600x750px
Dark or uneven background
A scan or photo of another photo
Glasses causing glare or frames covering eyes

Photo difficulty

Strict digital spec (px + KB)
No software editing, strict automated checks
Strict glasses and expression rules
Plain light background must be shot properly

Frequently asked questions

What size digital photo for a UK visa?

At least 600px wide and 750px tall, a JPG/JPEG file from 50KB to 6MB, on a plain light-coloured background.

Can I wear glasses for a UK visa photo?

Do not wear glasses unless you have to. If required, they must not be sunglasses/tinted, and eyes must not be covered by frames, glare, reflection or shadow.

Can the photo be edited?

No. The photo must not be altered by software or other means, and cannot be a scan or photo of another photo of you.

Official sources

GOV.UK — How to take a photo for a visa application or permission — Verified on 04/07/2026
GOV.UK — Get a passport photo (photo requirements) — Verified on 04/07/2026

Updated 04/07/2026

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