United Arab Emirates
United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates ID card photo size
35 × 45 mm · Plain white
Requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) |
|---|---|
| Head height | 71–80% of the photo height |
| Background | Plain white |
| Retouching | Not allowed. The photo must not be digitally altered beyond cropping. |
| Background replacement | Not allowed. Shoot against a wall of the required colour. |
| Where to take it | You can take this photo yourself. |
- Glasses are allowed, but there must be no glare on the lenses.
- Neutral expression, mouth closed.
Source: icp.gov.ae ICAO Doc 9303. Rules change — check the issuing authority before you submit.
Questions
- What size is a United Arab Emirates ID card photo?
- 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in).
- Can I take a United Arab Emirates ID card photo with my phone?
- Yes. PhotoSpec crops to 35 × 45 mm and checks the framing before you save. Photos are processed on the phone and are not uploaded.
How it differs from other United Arab Emirates documents
- Visa — size 35×45 mm here, 40×60 mm there
- Passport — head height 71–80% here, 70–80% there
- Residence permit — size 35×45 mm here, 40×60 mm there
Related tools and guides
Take your United Arab Emirates ID card photo
Processed on your phone. Photos are not uploaded.