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Indian passport photo (applying abroad)
Indian passport photo (applying abroad): 630 × 810 px; 630 × 810 px JPEG, max 200 KB; head 80–85% of the photo height; plain white or off-white background; glasses not allowed; recent.
Indian passport photo (applying abroad) requirements
From the official government page. Our tool measures your photo against each of these.
| Document | Global Passport Seva 2.0 upload |
|---|---|
| Photo size | 630 × 810 px |
| Digital file | 630 × 810 px JPEG, max 200 KB |
| Head size | 80–85% of the photo height |
| Background | Plain white or off-white |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Photo age | Recent |
Rules checked against the official page on 25 Oct 2026.
Tips for your Indian passport photo (applying abroad)
- 630 × 810 pixels, JPG, 200 KB or less.
- Face fills 80–85% of the photo.
- Remove glasses.
- Stand in front of a plain, light wall, a step away from it so no shadow falls behind you.
- Face a window so light falls evenly on both sides of your face.
- Ask someone to take the photo about 1.5 m away, at your eye level, with space above your head.
Questions
What size is the Indian passport photo (applying abroad)?
630 × 810 px. The digital file is 630 × 810 px JPEG, max 200 KB.
What background do I need?
Plain white or off-white, with no patterns, objects or shadows. Our tool checks the background and tells you if it needs a retake. We never replace backgrounds, because edited photos are rejected.
Can I wear glasses?
Not allowed.
Can I take this photo at home?
Yes. Ask someone to take it with a good camera or the back camera of a phone, in daylight, in front of a plain light wall. The tool shows you every measurement before you download.
Is it free?
Yes. You only need a free account to download. No card and no subscription.
Is my photo uploaded?
No. The checks run inside your browser, so your photo stays on your device.