Rules and procedures for taking passport, visa, and biometric photos. Size, background, lighting, and geometry of the face, as well as details on how photo verification systems detect compliance and errors.
See Perfect Examples of digital passport photos having all the specifications of the submission. Know the most common size, background, clothing and cropping related to your photo to be sure your photo will be accepted.
January 15, 2026
The ICAO 9303 passport photo standard provides for the definition of internationally aligned biometric photo standards, which allow the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to govern the usage of biometric pictures in all machines readable travel documents (MRTD) issued by its member states.
December 25, 2025
We value your Privacy
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, serve personalized ads or content. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to our use of cookies.