International ICAO Biometric Photo — size, requirements & online maker
A International ICAO biometric photo is 35 × 45 mm, with the head sized at chin to crown 60–90% of the image height (ICAO Doc 9303), on a uniform plain colour — grey is typical; light blue or white also accepted background. Below are the official rules — verified from source — and you can turn a selfie into a compliant photo in minutes.
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Head size | Chin to crown 60–90% of the image height (ICAO Doc 9303) |
| Background | Uniform plain colour — grey is typical; light blue or white also accepted |
| Format | 35 × 45 mm print (the size most states adopt); sRGB; head frontal, per ICAO Doc 9303 / ISO-IEC 19794-5 |
International icao biometric photo rules
- Head length (chin to crown) 60–90% of image height; head width 50–75% of image width
- Face centred — midpoint 45–55% across and 30–50% down the frame
- Uniform-colour background; grey is typical, plain light blue or white also accepted
- Neutral expression — no smile, mouth closed, eyebrows not raised
- Eyes open and clearly visible; head frontal (pitch and yaw under ±5°)
- One person only — no other people, objects or supporting hands in frame
Make your International ICAO biometric photo now
Upload a selfie — we crop it to 35 × 45 mm, fix the background and lighting, and check it against these rules before you pay. You get a digital file plus print-ready sheets.
Create my International photoSpecification verified against ICAO — Doc 9303 (Machine Readable Travel Documents) — last checked 25 May 2026. Requirements can change; always confirm with the issuing authority before you submit.