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Photo ready to print
A separate file prepared at the official physical size, ready to produce your paper copies.
- Official size: 35 × 45 mm (1.4 × 1.8 in)
- Prepared at 600 dpi
- Print-ready sheet included
- white background
🇰🇪 Kenya · Passport
Kenya passport photo, valid and ready in 30 seconds
Take or upload a photo. We prepare and check it so your Kenya passport photo is compliant and ready to print.
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Included with your order
Two versions. One complete delivery.
Your Kenya passport photo order includes the files you need for both online submission and printing, when supported by the application route.
Take a normal photo. We turn it into the official photo you need.
You don't need to understand the rules for Kenya passport photo. Just face the camera in good light; Imagokit handles the rest.
Your photo stays natural
This authority does not allow digital alterations. We check that the background is white without replacing or retouching it.
Properly framed face
We check the capture's aspect ratio and framing without recomposing it or altering its pixels.
Checked before download
We detect issues that could cause rejection and tell you if you need to take another photo.
Everything you need is included
Photo prepared for printing
You receive a file with the required proportions and framing, ready to produce the physical copies the application needs.
Print-ready template
We include a print sheet so you can get your copies without adjusting anything.
Verified official information
What to know about Kenya passport photo
A Kenyan passport is applied and paid for through eCitizen, but the facial image and other biometrics are captured in person at a Passport Processing Centre. A home 600 × 600 px photo is not used.
From everyday portrait to compliant result: Kenya passport photo
We adjust the size and framing to the document's exact format without replacing the background or altering your appearance.
How it is actually submitted
After completing the application, an appointment is booked to submit documents and complete Photo Capture/Biometrics. Diaspora applicants follow the competent Kenyan mission route.
How to prepare
Bring the specified originals and copies and attend personally, including for a child. Do not prepare a file expecting it to replace centre capture.
Common rejection reasons
- Confusing eCitizen document upload with an applicant-supplied biometric photo
- Not attending the capture appointment
- Inconsistent details across identity and birth documents
We check the requirements for you
You don't need to memorize measurements or biometric rules. Imagokit applies this document's official setup and checks the result before delivery.
Government Photo Compliance Guaranteed
- Size
- 35 × 45 mm (1.4 × 1.8 in)
- Resolution
- 600 dpi
- Suitable for online submission?
- No
- Is it printable?
- Yes
- Background
- White
- File format
- JPEG
- Head height
- 70–80% of the photo
What the photo must comply with
- Face the camera. Head straight and eyes looking directly at the camera, no tilting.
- Neutral expression. Mouth closed, no smiling.
- Even lighting. No shadows on the face or background, no glare.
- Glasses. No glasses.
- Hats and caps. Head uncovered; religious garments that do not cover the face are allowed.
- Filters and beauty retouching. The photo must faithfully show your current appearance.
- Religious garments (hijab, turban…) are allowed if the face is visible from forehead to chin.
Specific rules for Kenya
- The head must measure 25–35 mm from chin to crown.
- Glasses are not allowed.
- Religious garments allowed if the face is visible from forehead to chin.
- Neutral expression, mouth closed.
- Digital file: JPEG.
- Follows the ICAO 9303 international biometric standard.
How to get ready
1
Camera distance
Take the photo from at least 40 cm (16 in) away from your face. Ideally, have someone else take it for you.
2
Face the camera
Position your face in front of the lens and keep a neutral expression. Hold the camera at face level.
3
Even lighting
Face a light source, such as an open window, and use the required real background from the start. We will not replace or retouch it.
Photos that pass and photos that don't
Use a real compliant background and keep your appearance natural. We check framing and conditions without altering the image.
Frequently asked questions about Kenya passport photo
What size should the photo be for Kenya passport photo?
It must be exactly 35 × 45 mm (1.4 × 1.8 in), with a white background. Imagokit crops and adjusts your photo to those measurements automatically.
What color should the background be?
The background must already be white when you take the photo. This authority prohibits digital alteration, so Imagokit checks it but does not replace it.
Can I smile in the photo?
No. Kenya passport photo requires a neutral expression, with your mouth closed and no smiling. Imagokit checks this before delivering your photo.
Can I wear glasses?
No. Glasses aren't allowed for this photo: they can cause glare or cover your eyes. Take them off before taking it.
How much does Kenya passport photo cost and how long does it take?
It costs $1.95, a one-time payment with no subscription. It's ready to download instantly — no waiting, no trips.
Is it valid for the official application?
Yes. The photo meets the official measurements, background and biometric requirements of Kenya. And if it's still rejected, we refund your money.
Can I print it on paper?
Yes. Along with the digital photo you get a 10×15 cm (4×6 in) print template ready to print with 2, 4, 6 or 9 copies at any photo shop or kiosk.
Is my photo safe? What do you do with it?
The biometric analysis and cropping run on your own device, inside the browser. Your photo is only stored — in private storage — when you generate your order, so we can deliver it.