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UAE Photo Size Chart
Visa, Emirates ID and passport photos each have their own size. Here they all are in one place.
| Document | Print size | Digital size | DPI | File size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAE visa photo | 43x55 mm | 1016x1300 px | 600 | 1 to 15 MB |
| Emirates ID photo | 35x40 mm | 826x945 px | 600 | 1 to 15 MB |
| UAE passport photo | 40x60 mm | 945x1417 px | 600 | 1 to 15 MB |
Every photo is a JPG on a plain white background. Take it in the last 6 months, face straight to the camera, with your head filling 70 to 80% of the photo.
Photo rules follow the official ICP photo guide, which is based on the ICAO standard.
Make your photo
UAE visa photoSize, requirements and a free resizer. Emirates ID photoSize, requirements and a free resizer. UAE passport photoSize, requirements and a free resizer.
Frequently asked questions
Are the visa, Emirates ID and passport photos the same size?
No. Each document has its own size: visa 43x55 mm, Emirates ID 35x40 mm and passport 40x60 mm.
What do all three have in common?
A plain white background, a colour photo taken in the last 6 months, a head that fills 70 to 80% of the photo, and a JPG at 600 DPI between 1 MB and 15 MB.
How do I get my photo to the right size?
Use the free photo resizer on the home page. Pick your document, fit your face in the oval and download.
Last updated 2026-11.