Photo Requirements

• Size: 35×45mm (413×531 px at 300 DPI)
• Resolution: 300 DPI minimum
• Background: plain white or light grey
• Full face, neutral expression, eyes open
• No glasses or tinted lenses
• Photo taken within the last 6 months

How to Use This Tool

1. Upload a front-facing photo with good lighting.
2. Zoom and move in until the face oval guide aligns with your face.
3. Click Center Face to auto-position the crop, then Straighten to level your eyes.
4. Make final adjustments — drag the image and fine-tune the tilt if needed.
5. Click Apply, then optionally Remove Background for a clean white backdrop.
6. Check the Photo Analysis panel — it analyses your eyes, expression, and head tilt and gives correction hints so your photo is submission-ready.
7. Download your DHA-compliant photo.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is a South African passport photo?

South African passport photos must be 35mm wide by 45mm tall with a white or light grey plain background.

Can I use this for a South African visa application?

Yes. South African visa applications use the same 35×45mm biometric standard.

What is the DHA photo requirement?

The Department of Home Affairs requires a 35×45mm photo with a plain, uniform background and neutral expression.

Can I wear glasses in a South African passport photo?

No. The Department of Home Affairs requires no glasses, sunglasses, or tinted lenses in passport photos, in line with ICAO biometric standards adopted by South Africa.

Can I use this photo for a South African visa application?

Yes. South African visa applications use the same 35×45mm biometric standard with a white or light grey background.

What is the pixel size of a South African passport photo?

A South African passport photo at 300 DPI is 413×531 pixels (35×45mm). The DHA accepts plain white or light grey backgrounds.