Passport Photo Size in Pixels - Every Country
Different countries require different photo sizes for passports and visas. This page lists the exact pixel dimensions, physical size, DPI, and file size limits for every major country - so you can resize your photo correctly the first time.
comparePassport photo sizes by country (2026)
All pixel values are calculated at 300 DPI (standard print quality).
| Country | Physical Size | Pixels (300 DPI) | Max File Size | Tool |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 India | 3.5 x 4.5 cm | 413 x 531 px | 200 KB | Resize → |
| 🇺🇸 United States | 2 x 2 inches | 600 x 600 px | 240 KB | Resize → |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 3.5 x 4.5 cm | 420 x 540 px | 200 KB | Resize → |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 5 x 7 cm | 591 x 827 px | - | Resize → |
| 🇪🇺 Schengen (EU) | 3.5 x 4.5 cm | 420 x 540 px | 200 KB | Resize → |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 3.5 x 4.5 cm | 413 x 531 px | - | Resize → |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | 3.5 x 4.5 cm | 413 x 531 px | - | Resize → |
| 🇨🇳 China | 3.3 x 4.8 cm | 390 x 567 px | - | Resize → |
Why passport photo sizes are specified in pixels
Government agencies specify physical sizes (cm or inches) for printed photos, but online application portals need digital photos measured in pixels. The conversion depends on DPI (dots per inch):
pixels = (cm ÷ 2.54) x DPI
Example: 3.5 cm at 300 DPI = (3.5 ÷ 2.54) x 300 = 413 pixels
At 300 DPI (the standard for print-quality photos), the most common passport size of 3.5 x 4.5 cm equals 413 x 531 pixels. The US uses a square 2 x 2 inch format which equals 600 x 600 pixels.
Key differences between countries
- India, UK, EU, Australia, Japan - all use 3.5 x 4.5 cm, but the exact pixel rounding and file size limits vary.
- United States - unique square format (2 x 2 inches = 600 x 600 px). No other major country uses this shape.
- Canada - larger than most at 5 x 7 cm (591 x 827 px at 300 DPI).
- China - slightly different at 3.3 x 4.8 cm (390 x 567 px).
Dimension converters
Passport Cropper
Crop photo to passport framing
3.5x4.5 Photo Maker
Make 413x531 px photo
3.5 cm → px
India, UK, EU passports
4.5 cm → px
Height dimension converter
35 mm → px
Millimeter conversion
45 mm → px
Millimeter conversion
413x531 → cm
Reverse: pixels to physical
cm → pixels
Custom cm calculator
Set DPI to 300
Fix DPI metadata
DPI Checker
Check current DPI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the passport photo size in pixels for India?
The Indian passport photo size is 3.5 x 4.5 cm, which equals 413 x 531 pixels at 300 DPI. The Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) portal accepts JPEG files up to 200KB.
What is the US passport photo size in pixels?
The US passport and visa photo size is 2 x 2 inches, which equals 600 x 600 pixels at 300 DPI. The maximum file size is 240KB in JPEG format.
Do all countries use 300 DPI?
Most countries specify 300 DPI as the standard for passport photos, which gives print-quality output. Some online forms accept 72 DPI for screen-only display, but 300 DPI is always safe.
Why do India and UK have different pixel sizes for the same physical dimensions?
Both use 3.5 x 4.5 cm, but the UK specifies 420 x 540 px while India specifies 413 x 531 px. This is due to different rounding methods in the cm-to-pixel conversion. Always use the exact values specified by each country's portal.