Nigerian Passport Photo — Online, Approved First Time
Take or upload a photo. Our AI cuts it to the exact official spec, fixes the background and verifies every measurable rule — on your device, in seconds.
Nigerian Passport photo requirements
| Print size | 35 × 45 mm at 300 DPI |
| Digital size | 35×45mm @ 300 DPI |
| Head height | 65–80% of photo height |
| Background | white |
- White background and 600×800px resolution confirmed directly on the official NIS image-compliance tool
- 35×45mm print size commonly cited elsewhere is a third-party inference, not stated on the official page — the confirmed spec is digital pixel-based
- Religious head coverings (hijab, turban, Christian head wraps) are broadly permitted provided the full face from chin to forehead is clearly visible with no shadows
Requirements verified against the official authority: passport.immigration.gov.ng
Nigerian Passport photo — frequently asked questions
What size does a nigerian passport photo need to be?
35×45mm at 300 DPI, or 35×45mm @ 300 DPI if submitting digitally.
What background do I need for a Nigeria nigerian passport?
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 nigerian passport photo?
White background and 600×800px resolution confirmed directly on the official NIS image-compliance tool 35×45mm print size commonly cited elsewhere is a third-party inference, not stated on the official page — the confirmed spec is digital pixel-based Religious head coverings (hijab, turban, Christian head wraps) are broadly permitted provided the full face from chin to forehead is clearly visible with no shadows
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 Nigeria spec automatically; nothing is uploaded to a server.
How much does a nigerian passport photo cost?
$14.99, one-time, for the compliant digital file and a print-ready version. No subscription.