OFFICIAL CONSULAR SPECIFICATIONUK HMPO Digital Passport Photo Code & 35×45mm Rules
Everything you need to know about getting your UK passport photo approved by Her Majesty's Passport Office (HMPO) digital checker system.
Key Biometric Specifications
Physical Dimensions35 mm wide by 45 mm high
Head Height Ratio70% to 80% of total frame (29 mm to 34 mm from chin to crown)
Backdrop StandardLight grey or plain cream (pure stark white is NOT recommended)
Mandatory Consular Rules
- Background must be plain light grey or cream with no patterns or shadows.
- Digital photo must be at least 600 pixels wide by 750 pixels tall.
- File size must be between 50 kB and 10 MB.
- No glare on glasses; tinted lenses or sunglasses are strictly prohibited.
- Subject must face forwards and look straight at the camera.
Top Rejection Pitfalls to Avoid
- Using a pure bright white background instead of light grey/cream.
- Hair covering the forehead or eyes.
- Over-exposed or washed out skin tones.
- Head tilted or angled away from optical axis.
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