Online version
Digital photo for online application
Prepared for direct upload with the document's required file quality, background and framing.
- JPEG file
- white background
- Head, shoulders and upper body correctly framed
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates · Passport
United Arab Emirates passport photo, valid and ready in 30 seconds
Take or upload a photo. We prepare and check it so your United Arab Emirates passport photo is compliant and ready to submit online.
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Included with your order
Two versions. One complete delivery.
Your United Arab Emirates passport photo order includes the files you need for both online submission and printing, when supported by the application route.
Print version
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 300 dpi
- Print-ready sheet included
- white background
Take a normal photo. We turn it into the official photo you need.
You don't need to understand the rules for United Arab Emirates passport photo. Just face the camera in good light; Imagokit handles the rest.
Correct background
We replace your surroundings with the white background required for the application.
Properly framed face
We center and crop the image to the required biometric position.
Checked before download
We detect issues that could cause rejection and tell you if you need to take another photo.
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What to know about United Arab Emirates passport photo
UAE passport renewal is requested through ICP smart channels and requires a recent 35 × 45 mm white-background personal photo compliant with ICAO. It must not be identical to the current passport image.
From everyday portrait to compliant result: United Arab Emirates passport photo
We correct the framing and prepare the white background while preserving your natural appearance.
How it is actually submitted
Attach the image in ICP Smart Services or the UAEICP app; service centres handle special cases. Fingerprint and signature capture may still be required according to age and record.
How to prepare
Use a white background, straight face, neutral expression and clearly visible eyes without shadows or reflections. Supply a new image reflecting your current appearance.
Common rejection reasons
- Reusing the exact current-passport image
- Shadows, reflections or unclear features
- Hat or sunglasses
- File not matching the 35 × 45 mm ratio
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
- 300 dpi
- Suitable for online submission?
- Yes
- 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. Glasses are allowed if there is no glare and the eyes are fully visible.
- 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 United Arab Emirates
- Glasses allowed if there is no glare and the eyes are clearly visible.
- Religious garments allowed if the face is visible from forehead to chin.
- Neutral expression, mouth closed.
- 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. Don't worry about the background — we'll replace it.
Photos that pass and photos that don't
Don't worry about the background or framing — our AI fixes that. Focus on this.
Frequently asked questions about United Arab Emirates passport photo
What size should the photo be for United Arab Emirates 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 be white. Our tool replaces your photo's background with the required one automatically.
How is this photograph submitted?
It is submitted as a digital file in the online application. Download the result and upload it from your device in the photo field.
Can I smile in the photo?
No. United Arab Emirates passport photo requires a neutral expression, with your mouth closed and no smiling. Imagokit checks this before delivering your photo.
Can I wear glasses?
Glasses are allowed as long as there's no glare and your eyes are clearly visible, though we recommend removing them to avoid issues.
How much does United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates. 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.