PhotoSizeCheck

UAE Passport Photo Size & Free Resizer

The UAE's ICP asks for a personal photo of 3.5 x 4.5 cm with a white background when issuing or renewing a passport. The photo must be recent, meet ICAO specifications and, for a renewal, must not be the same as the photo in your current passport.

413 x 531 px35 x 45 mmBackground: white
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ICP's photo standards: high quality, clear facial features and eyes with no shadows or reflections, face straight and expression neutral. Hats and sunglasses are not allowed, and medical glasses only if they do not cover the eyes. This tool crops to 413 x 531 pixels, 35 x 45 mm at 300 DPI.

UAE Passport Photo requirements

Print size35 x 45 mm
Pixels (this tool)413 x 531
FormatJPG / JPEG
BackgroundWhite

Pixels here are calculated from the official print size.

Official source: icp.gov.ae · checked 2026-10-12

How to make your UAE Passport Photo in 4 steps

  1. Take a clear photo facing the camera, with even light and no shadows, against a background that meets the requirement (white).
  2. Open this page on your phone or computer and pick the photo.
  3. The tool centres your face automatically. Tap "Make background white" if needed, adjust with Zoom and Move, and check that every line shows ✅.
  4. Tap Download and upload the JPG file to your application.

Common reasons this photo is rejected

Frequently asked questions

Can I renew my UAE passport from abroad?

Yes. ICP's renewal service for citizens outside the country asks for a 3.5 x 4.5 cm photo with a white background and a letter from the embassy explaining why you are abroad. The new passport is sent to the UAE embassy you choose.

How can I update my young child's passport photo?

If a child under 5 now looks noticeably different, ICP offers a Change of Personal Photograph replacement, usable once in the first five years.

Is my photo uploaded to a server?

No. Resizing, compression, face detection and background removal all run inside your browser. The photo never leaves your device and nothing is stored.

What is the UAE Passport Photo size in pixels?

413 x 531 pixels (width x height) is what this tool produces for the UAE Passport Photo.

What is the UAE Passport Photo size in cm, mm or inches?

35 x 45 mm.

How do I resize a photo for the UAE Passport Photo online?

Pick your photo in the tool on this page, adjust zoom so the face is centred, then download the JPG. It is free and works on any phone or computer.

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