Question 1

What is the required passport photo size in India?

Accepted Answer

The Indian passport photo size is 35mm × 45mm (width × height). The face should occupy 70–80% of the frame, with a plain white background. The photo must be in colour, recent (taken within the last 6 months), and without glasses.

Question 2

Can I make a passport photo at home?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Take a photo against a plain white wall in good natural light, looking straight at the camera with a neutral expression. Use this tool to crop and resize it to the correct 35×45mm passport size. Print it at a photo studio or home printer at 300 DPI for best results.

Question 3

Is my photo uploaded to any server?

Accepted Answer

No. This tool runs 100% in your browser. Your photo is never uploaded to any server — all cropping and resizing happens locally on your device. Your privacy is completely protected.

Question 4

What background colour is required for Indian passport photos?

Accepted Answer

A plain white background is required for Indian passport, visa, and most government ID photos. Avoid patterned, grey, or coloured backgrounds.

Question 5

Can I use this for visa photos and other ID documents?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The 35×45mm size is standard for Indian passport, Aadhaar enrolment, PAN card, and most visa applications including US, UK, and Schengen visas. Always verify the exact specification required.

Question 6

What photo format and resolution should I use for printing?

Accepted Answer

Download the photo as a JPEG and print at 300 DPI for sharp, professional results. At 35×45mm and 300 DPI, the image should be approximately 413×531 pixels.

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