Visa · Philippines

Philippines Visa Photo (DFA / Embassy)

Philippines visa photo is 2 × 2 inch (about 51 × 51 mm), colour, white background, clear front view, neutral expression, taken within the last 6 months. No sleeveless attire. 1–4 identical photos depending on visa type.

Photo difficulty4/10

Photo specs

Print size	51 × 51 mm (2 × 2 inch)
Resolution	300
Background	White (#FFFFFF)
Head size	Face clearly visible, front-facing, centred
Quantity	1 photo (9A visitor) up to 4 photos (13A immigrant) by visa type
Recency	Taken within the last 6 months
File note	Colour photo; identical prints depending on visa type

51 × 51 mm (2 × 2 inch) · Face clearly visible, front-facing, centred

Detailed rules

Sleeveless attireThe embassy requires attire covering the shoulders

Blurred / low-quality photoBlurred or low-quality photos are not accepted

Smiling / open mouthNeutral expression, both eyes open

Hat / head coveringReligious or medical reasons only

Coloured background / shadowsWhite background, no shadows or reflections

Common rejection reasons

Wearing sleeveless attire in the photo
Photo older than 6 months
Printing fewer photos than the visa type requires

Photo difficulty

White background with an easy-to-frame 2x2 square
Photo count varies by visa type, easy to miscount

Frequently asked questions

What size is a Philippines visa photo?

2 × 2 inch (about 51 × 51 mm), colour, white background, taken within the last 6 months.

How many photos do I need for a Philippines visa?

It depends: a 9A visitor visa usually needs 1 photo, while a 13A immigrant visa needs up to 4 identical photos.

Official sources

Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines (Washington DC) — Visa — Verified on 04/07/2026
Department of Foreign Affairs — dfa.gov.ph — Verified on 04/07/2026

Updated 04/07/2026

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