Passport Photo Guides
Country-by-country requirements, photo tips, and everything you need to avoid rejection.
Country Requirements
India Passport Photo Requirements 2026: Complete Guide
Official India passport photo size, dimensions, background, and rules for 2026. Learn the difference between digital uploads (630×810 px) and printed photos (51×51 mm).
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Country GuidesUS Passport Photo Requirements 2026: Size, Rules & Tips
Official US passport photo size is 2×2 inches (51×51 mm) at 300 DPI. Learn all State Department requirements and how to avoid rejection.
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Country GuidesUK Passport Photo Requirements 2026: Complete Guide
UK biometric passport photo requirements: 35×45 mm, white background, no glasses. HMPO guidelines explained clearly with common rejection reasons.
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Country GuidesCanada Passport Photo Requirements 2026
Official Canada passport photo requirements: 50×70 mm, white background, neutral expression. IRCC guidelines with tips to avoid rejection.
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Country GuidesAustralia Passport Photo Requirements 2026
Australian passport photo requirements: 35×45 mm, white or off-white background, neutral expression. DFAT guidelines and top rejection causes.
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Tips & Guides
How to Take a Perfect Passport Photo at Home in 2026
Step-by-step guide to taking a government-compliant passport photo at home using just your smartphone. Lighting, background, pose, and common mistakes.
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Tips & Guides10 Most Common Passport Photo Rejection Reasons (and How to Avoid Them)
These 10 mistakes cause most passport photo rejections. Learn exactly what to fix — lighting, glasses, expression, background, and more.
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Tips & GuidesCan You Wear Glasses in a Passport Photo? (2026 Rules)
Most countries ban glasses in passport photos. Find out the current rules for the US, UK, India, Canada, Australia, and what to do if you have a medical exception.
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Tips & GuidesPassport Photo Background Requirements: What Colours Are Allowed?
Plain white is required for most countries. Learn the exact background requirements for US, UK, India, Canada, and Australia passport photos — and what causes rejections.
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Tips & GuidesHow to Print Passport Photos at Home (or at a Lab)
How to print passport photos at home or at Walgreens, CVS, or a photo lab. Size guide for a 4×6 inch print sheet with multiple copies.
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