Official Digital
Visa Photo Specifications
Standardized digital visa photo specifications and technical requirements for online visa portals and passport agencies worldwide. Updated for 2026 compliance standards.
Major Region Quick-Specs
Full DirectoryUnited Kingdom
Universal Biometric Standards
Digital File Encoding
Most portals require 24-bit color Depth in sRGB color space. JPEG is the universal standard, but some agencies (like the US State Department) enforce strict KB limits (60KB - 240KB).
Print Resolution
For physical submissions, a minimum of 300 DPI is required for biometric clarity. Our system processes all photos to exceed this standard.
ISO/IEC 19794-5
The international standard for biometric data Interchange. Our AI protocol is designed around these ISO parameters for maximum global compatibility.
Aspect Ratio & Cropping
Head height must occupy 50-70% of the photo height. Eye level should be between 45% and 60% from the bottom edge.
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