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India visa photo size

The published requirements, and how to meet them with the phone you already have.

Requirements

Photo size51 × 51 mm  (2.01 × 2.01 in)
Head height50–69% of the photo height
Eye lineabout NaN% down from the top edge
BackgroundPlain white
Digital size350 × 350 px, up to 0 MB
File formatjpeg
RetouchingNot allowed. The photo must not be digitally altered beyond cropping.
Background replacementNot allowed. Shoot against a wall of the required colour.
Where to take itYou can take this photo yourself.
  • Neutral expression, mouth closed.

Source: indianvisaonline.gov.in VSS_IMAGE. Rules change — check the issuing authority before you submit.

How to take it yourself

01

Pick India and Visa

PhotoSpec loads the 51×51 mm spec above.

02

Shoot with guidance

An on-screen frame keeps the head at 50–69% and the eyes at NaN%.

03

Check

Lighting, focus, framing and expression are scored before saving.

04

Save

Cropped to 51×51 mm (350×350 px), straight to your gallery.

Take your India visa photo

Processed on your phone. Photos are not uploaded.