UAE Passport / Emirates ID Photo — Online, Approved First Time
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UAE Passport / Emirates ID photo requirements
| Print size | 35 × 45 mm at 300 DPI |
| Head height | 65–80% of photo height |
| Background | white |
- Confirmed directly on ICP's own FAQ page: passport photo is 3.5×4.5cm (35×45mm) with a white background — this applies both domestically and for passport renewal from outside the UAE
- This corrects an earlier assumption of 40×60mm for the passport, which ICP's own FAQ does not support
- Face takes up 70–80% of the photo per ICP's general ICAO guidance
- Head coverings not permitted except for religious reasons; face must be visible chin-to-forehead and both edges
Requirements verified against the official authority: icp.gov.ae
UAE Passport / Emirates ID photo — frequently asked questions
What size does a uae passport / emirates id photo need to be?
35×45mm at 300 DPI.
What background do I need for a UAE uae passport / emirates id?
The background must be white, plain, and evenly lit with no shadows or patterns.
How much of the photo should my head take up?
Your head (chin to crown) should fill 65–80% of the photo's height.
What else rejects a uae passport / emirates id photo?
Confirmed directly on ICP's own FAQ page: passport photo is 3.5×4.5cm (35×45mm) with a white background — this applies both domestically and for passport renewal from outside the UAE This corrects an earlier assumption of 40×60mm for the passport, which ICP's own FAQ does not support Face takes up 70–80% of the photo per ICP's general ICAO guidance Head coverings not permitted except for religious reasons; face must be visible chin-to-forehead and both edges
Can I use a selfie or a photo from my phone?
Yes — take the photo against a plain wall in good, even light, then upload it. Our AI detects your face and crops it to the exact UAE spec automatically; nothing is uploaded to a server.
How much does a uae passport / emirates id photo cost?
$14.99, one-time, for the compliant digital file and a print-ready version. No subscription.