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Emirates ID Photo Size and Requirements

The Emirates ID photo size is 35x40 mm. For an online application, upload an 826x945 px JPG at 600 DPI. Make yours below in a few seconds.

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or drop your photo here

1 Choose your document

UAE visa photo 43x55 mm Emirates ID photo 35x40 mm UAE passport photo 40x60 mm

Drag the photo to move it

2 Fit your face in the oval

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Background

Show face guide

Your head should fill 70 to 80% of the photo, with the whole head visible. The guide is only a preview and is not added to your file.

Emirates ID photo size at a glance

Print size

35x40 mm

Digital size

826x945 px

Resolution

600 DPI

File size

1 to 15 MB

Format

JPG

Background

Plain white

Size: 35x40 mm for a printed photo.
Digital file: 826x945 px, JPG, 600 DPI, between 1 MB and 15 MB.
Background: Plain white, with no shadows or patterns.
Colour: A colour photo with natural skin tone.
Face: Straight to the camera, neutral expression, eyes open and mouth closed. You must be the only person in the photo.
Head size: Your head fills 70 to 80% of the photo, with the top of your shoulders in view.
Date: Taken within the last 6 months.
Glasses: Allowed if your eyes are clear and there is no glare. No tinted lenses.
Head covering: Only for religious reasons, and your full face must show.
Editing: No filters, beauty apps or retouching.

Photo rules follow the official ICP photo guide, which is based on the ICAO standard.

Take a photo against a plain white wall, with even light on your face.
Open the tool above, select your photo and choose Emirates ID photo.
Move the photo until your face sits inside the oval, then press Create photo file.
Download the JPG and upload it on the ICP website or in the UAEICP app.

UAE visa photo or UAE passport photo. Each one is a different size.

What size is an Emirates ID photo?

35x40 mm. For online applications the digital file is 826x945 px at 600 DPI.

What file size does the Emirates ID photo need to be?

Between 1 MB and 15 MB. Use a JPG. Our tool sets the size for you.

Can I take my Emirates ID photo at home?

Yes. Use a plain white wall, even light and no filters, then resize it with the tool above.

Is the Emirates ID photo the same as the visa photo?

No. The Emirates ID photo is 35x40 mm and the visa photo is 43x55 mm. Make each one with its own option.

Can I wear glasses?

Yes, if your eyes are clearly visible and there is no glare on the lenses.

Last updated 2026-11.