What Are the Standard Passport Photo Sizes
The United States requires 2×2 inch (51×51mm) photos. The United Kingdom, European Schengen area, and most Pakistani visa applications require 35×45mm. NADRA and Pakistani passport applications follow the 35×45mm standard. Some portals accept both. Appliory supports both sizes and lets you print a sheet of 4 or 6 photos on a single page.
Background Requirements for Passport Photos
Most countries require a plain white or off-white background. The USA requires white. The UK accepts white or light grey. UAE and most Gulf state visa photos require white. If your photo has a different background, Appliory's tool provides a background removal option so you can set it to white before cropping.
How to Make Your Passport Photo Using Appliory
Open the Passport Photo Maker at appliory.tech/tools/passport-photo-maker. Upload a clear portrait photo. Select your required size — 35×45mm or 2×2 inch. Use the crop tool to center your face with the top of your head near the top edge and your chin near the bottom third. Adjust if needed. Download the single photo or a printable sheet.
Photo Requirements Beyond Size
Your face must occupy 70–80% of the frame. Eyes must be open and looking directly at the camera. No glasses (required by most countries after 2020). Neutral expression. No head coverings unless for religious reasons. Good, even lighting with no shadows on your face or background. These are checked by the passport issuing authority, not by Appliory.
Printing Your Passport Photo
Download the printable sheet and take it to any photo printing shop or print it on a colour printer on glossy photo paper. Most shops print a 4×6 inch sheet for a few rupees. Cut along the borders. The output is sized correctly for standard passport photo printing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a selfie for my passport photo?
It depends on the quality. Selfies taken in good light with a plain background often work. The requirements are about technical quality — not about how the photo was taken.
Does Appliory remove the background automatically?
Appliory provides a background adjustment option. For best results, start with a photo taken against a light background — automatic removal is more accurate and the edges look cleaner.
Is Appliory's passport photo maker really free?
Yes, completely free. No watermark, no account, no subscription. Your photo stays in your browser and is never uploaded.