Getting the right UK visa photo shouldnât be a nuisance, and with the UK Visa Photo Maker by Atlys, it isnât. Whether itâs for you or your little one, the tool handles all the tricky stuff like size, background, and face alignment. No need to stress about photo rules or waste time on retakes. Just upload a photo, and weâll handle the rest. Itâs quick, simple, and gets you one step closer to your UK adventure without the photo drama.
How do you use the United Kingdom visa photo maker tool?
Steps to create and adjust your photo to meet United Kingdom visa photo size requirements:
Upload Your Photo: You can choose a photo from your device in JPG, JPEG, or PNG format or take a quick selfie.
Click âTransformâ: Our tool will automatically resize, adjust, and format your photo to match UK visa specifications.
Download Your Photo: Save your perfectly formatted visa photo, which is ready for submission.
Now that your passport photo is good to go, itâs time to kick off your UK visa journey with Atlys. Weâll guide you every step of the way.
United Kingdom visa photo requirements
Here are the United Kingdom visa passport size photo specifications:
Height: 29mm and 34mm high
File Size: 50KB and no more than 10MB
Photo format: JPG, JPEG, PNG
Background: White
Face Size: 80% of photograph
Borders: No
Recent: No more than 3- 6 months old
Face orientation: Full face, facing forward
Quality: clear and in focus
Facial expression: Neutral, no smiling
Note: The Atlys visa photo tool automatically handles all the above specifications to make your application process smooth. Atlys ensures your photo is perfect for submission, even for minors.
United Kingdom Visa Photo Size
The photo must be between 29mm and 34mm in height. Your full face and the top of your shoulders must be visible. The face should take up about 80% of the photo. The image must be vertically aligned, with your head centered and facing the camera directly.
United Kingdom Visa Photo File Size & Format
Your photo should be in JPG, JPEG, or PNG format. For digital submissions, the file size must be 50KB and no more than 10MB. It should be high-quality, clear, and not pixelated. If printing, use professional photo paper with a matte or glossy finish.
Background Requirements
The background must be plain white, free of patterns, shadows, or objects. A uniform background ensures the face is visible and meets biometric scanning standards.
Face Size & Positioning
Your face must occupy approximately 80% of the image. It should be centered and upright, showing the full face from the chin to the top of the head. The image must not be cropped too tightly or include borders.
No Borders Allowed
Photos must be submitted without any borders, frames, or edge lines. The entire focus should be on your face, with no visual distractions.
Recent Photos
Your photo must have been taken within the last 3 to 6 months to reflect your current appearance. Outdated photos may lead to delays or rejection.
Orientation & Head Position
Face the camera directly with your head upright and centered. Side angles, tilted heads, and profile shots are not allowed. Your eyes should look straight into the lens and be visible.
Quality
Your photo must be sharp, well-lit, and clear. Avoid blurring, pixelation, shadows, or over/underexposure. Both your face and the background should be evenly lit.
Facial Expression
Maintain a neutral expression with your mouth closed and eyes open. Smiling, frowning, or raising eyebrows is not permitted. Hair should not cover any part of your face or eyes.
Eyewear & Headgear
Glasses are allowed only if the lenses are clear, non-reflective, and do not block the eyes. No tinted lenses are permitted. Head coverings are only allowed for religious reasons and must not obscure the face or cast shadows.
UK Visa Photo Requirements for Minors
Babies under 1 year do not need to have their eyes open.
The photo must be clear and taken from the front.
No toys, hands, or other people should appear in the frame.
The child must be alone, with a neutral expression and mouth closed.
The photo must be high quality and meet the same background and size standards.
Doâs for a UK Visa Photo
Use even lighting to avoid shadows.
Ensure the photo was taken within the last 3â6 months.
Keep a neutral facial expression with your mouth closed.
Use a clear, high-quality, non-pixelated photo.
Make sure hair and shoulders are visible.
Use a plain white background.
If wearing religious headgear, choose a dark color contrasting with the background.
Glasses must be clear, with visible eyes and no glare.
Donâts for a UK Visa Photo
Donât use photos that are damaged, creased, or smudged.
Donât let hair cover your face or eyes.
Donât submit red-eye photos or wear colored contact lenses.
Donât wear sunglasses or tinted lenses.
Donât tilt your head or look away from the camera.
What photo formats does the tool accept?
You can upload your photo in JPG, JPEG, or PNG format.
Can I use a selfie taken on my phone?
Yes! You can upload a photo from your gallery or take a fresh selfie using your phone or webcam.
What photo size does the UK visa require?
The required photo height is between 29mm and 34mm, with the face covering about 80% of the photo area.
Does the tool automatically crop and resize my photo?
Absolutely. Once you hit âTransformâ, the tool handles the cropping, sizing, background cleanup, and alignment for you.
How we reviewed this tool:
Our experts continually monitor the official sources for any changes, and we update our articles when new information becomes available.
- Current Version
16 Apr 2025
Written By:
Jyoti Bhatt
Edited By:
Jyoti Bhatt
15 Apr 2025
Written By:
Jyoti Bhatt
Edited By:
Jyoti Bhatt