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UAE Passport Photo Size: 40 x 60 mm Explained
A passport photo is not the same shape as a visa photo. Use this page to see the size, work out the pixels, and crop your photo to fit.
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Size at a glance
| Preset | Pixels | File size | DPI | Where the figure comes from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAE passport photo, 945 x 1417 px (600 DPI, 1-15 MB) | 945 x 1417 | 1024-15360 KB | 600 | Digital passport size quoted by a photo-tool vendor, citing ICP (40 x 60 mm at 600 DPI, JPG, 1-15 MB). Not confirmed on an official page. |
| UAE passport photo, 40 x 60 mm (300 DPI) | 472 x 709 | up to 600 KB | 300 | Print size 40 x 60 mm quoted by a photo-tool vendor. Capped at 600 KB. |
Portals update their rules. If the upload page shows a different size, follow the portal.
Millimetres to pixels: pixels = millimetres ÷ 25.4 × DPI. For 40 x 60 mm that gives 472 x 709 px at 300 DPI, or 945 x 1417 px at 600 DPI. Third-party guides quote the 600 DPI size for digital passport uploads.
Passport photo vs visa photo
| Document | Commonly quoted print size | Guide |
|---|---|---|
| UAE passport | 40 x 60 mm | This page |
| UAE visa | 43 x 55 mm (some forms 35 x 45 mm) | Visa photo size |
| Emirates ID / ICP digital | 35 x 45 mm frame at 600 DPI | Emirates ID photo size |
Tips for a clean result
- Use daylight from the front and stand a little away from the wall to avoid shadows.
- Keep your head straight and your eyes level with the camera.
- Start from the largest, sharpest original you have. Cropping a small photo makes it blurry.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UAE passport photo size?
A photo-tool vendor quotes 40 x 60 mm with a plain white background. Check the instructions from the passport service you are using.
Is a UAE passport photo the same as a UAE visa photo?
No. UAE passport and visa photos have different size requirements, so do not reuse one for the other without checking.
How many pixels is 40 x 60 mm?
At 300 DPI it is about 472 x 709 px. At 600 DPI it is about 945 x 1417 px. The tool uses the 300 DPI figure.
Can I print the result?
You can print the downloaded JPG at 40 x 60 mm on glossy photo paper. For official use, most services still ask for a photo taken to their own checklist.
Last reviewed 2026-11. Always confirm the requirement with the service you are applying to.