A studio visit costs money and time, and many applications now accept a photo you take yourself. The rules are strict though, so a little care at the start saves a rejection later.
Shoot it properly
Stand facing a plain light wall, with soft light on your face and no shadows behind you. Ask someone to take the photo at eye level. Look straight at the camera, keep a neutral expression and remove glasses if the rules say so.
Check the official rules
Each country sets its own size, background colour and head position. Read the instructions of the office you are applying to before editing anything.
Resize and check
Use the Image Resizer for the exact pixel size, then compress if there is a file size limit. Open the final file at full size to make sure your face is sharp.
Free, no signup, and your files never leave your device.
Open Image ResizerCommon questions
Can I smile in a passport photo?
Most offices want a neutral expression, so follow the specific rules of your country.
Which background colour should I use?
It depends on the country, commonly white or light grey. Always check the official instructions.
Also useful: JPG to PDF.
Topics
passport photo at homepassport size photo onlineid photo sizevisa photo requirementsphoto for application