How idPhotoDIY works
Create your passport / visa photos online for printing and online submission

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How it works

1. Take a picture

Take several photos with a camera or smartphone. No need to worry about the background as our system will remove or change the background for you.

2. Crop the photo

Crop your photo to the correct ID or passport size photo. Over 50 templates available!

3. Download and print

Download your photo and print it at any photo store or online. Single digital photo is also available.

United Kingdom Driving Licence Photo Size Requirements


Passport picture size Width: 35 mm, Height: 45 mm
Resolution (DPI) 600
Background color White
Printable photo Yes
Digital photo for online submission Yes
Digital photo size Width: 826 pixels , Height: 1062 pixels
Photo Paper type matte
Detailed requirements

Printed UK driving licence photo requirements

  • The photo must be 45 mm high by 35 mm wide.
  • The head must measure 29-34 mm from the chin to the crown.
  • Use plain white photographic paper with no border.
  • Use a plain cream or light grey background with no pattern or objects.
  • The image must be clear, in focus, in colour and free from red eye.
  • The print must have no creases, tears or software alteration.
  • Do not submit a print cut from a larger photograph.

Digital photo requirements for an online application

For a new digital passport-style image, follow the UK government's

digital photo standards:

At least 600 pixels wide and 750 pixels high

Between 50 KB and 10 MB

Clear, sharp and in colour

No filters, beauty effects or software alteration

No other people or objects in the image

A plain, light-coloured background

No red eye, facial shadows or background shadows


How to take a suitable UK driving licence photo

Face the camera directly


Keep your head straight and look directly into the camera. Your full
face must be visible, with your eyes open and not covered by hair.

Use a neutral expression

Keep a plain expression and close your mouth. Do not smile broadly,
frown or raise your eyebrows.

Use even lighting

Stand in soft, even light. Avoid strong light from one side, flash glare
and shadows on your face or behind your head.

Keep your face visible

Head coverings are permitted only for religious or medical reasons and
must not cover your facial features.

Remove glasses where possible

Do not wear glasses unless you have to. When glasses are necessary,
make sure the lenses are not tinted and that the frames, glare,
reflections or shadows do not hide your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What size is a UK driving licence photo?

A printed passport-style photo for a DVLA postal application should
measure 35 mm wide by 45 mm high. The image from the crown of the
head to the chin should normally measure between 29 mm and 34 mm.

Can I smile in a UK driving licence photo?

Use a plain, neutral expression with your mouth closed. Face forward
and look directly at the camera.

Can I use my passport photo for my driving licence?

DVLA may allow you to use the photo held with your UK passport when
you apply or renew online. The official service will show the options
available for your application.

Does my driving licence photo need to be signed?

Not always. A signature is generally unnecessary when DVLA verifies
your identity through a UK passport or share code, or when you renew
a licence with a new photo. Some other applications require an
eligible person to sign the form and photo.

Can I wear glasses in my driving licence photo?

Remove glasses unless you must wear them. If they are necessary, your
eyes must remain fully visible, and there must be no tint, glare,
reflection or shadow.


Official sources

GOV.UK: Change the photo on your driving licence

GOV.UK: Digital passport photo requirements

GOV.UK: Printed passport photo requirements

GOV.UK: Identity documents and photo signing

nidirect: Northern Ireland driving licence photos

Why IDPhotoDIY.com?

  • Auto Crop with Face Detection: Our system automatically detects your face and crops your photo to the correct size and position for the selected document.
  • Auto Background Removal: Automatically remove the background and change it to a white background, blue background, or any other background color required by the document.
  • Save Money: Create your own printable passport photo with multiple passport photos and print it at $0.20 per 4R photo (4x6 print).
  • Save Time: It takes less than five minutes to generate a passport photo. No need to waste time taking photo at photo studio.
  • Standard Passport Photo Size: Our passport photo size templates meet the official passport photo requirements.
  • Visa Photo Size for 70+ Countries: We also have Visa photo templates for many countries.
  • Easy to Take Baby Passport Photo: You can take baby passport photo at home rather than bringing the baby outside to take photo.
  • Look Good for Your Passport Photo: Everyone wants to have a good looking passport photo. Just take as many photos as your want and choose the best one for printing.

Steps to Create Your Own Passport / Visa Photos

  • Select the country and the photo type.
  • Upload a photo. Once the photo is uploaded, the Crop page opens.
  • On the Crop page, you can cut the image using the crop frame.
  • When you have completed the cropping, click on the Next button.
  • On the enhancement page, select the best photo with bright background and not overexposed, then click the Next button.
  • Download the printable image from the Download page.

How to take a picture for passport photo at home

  • Equipment: Use a digital camera or the back camera of your smartphone to take high quality photos.
  • Background: Take the photo in front of a plain background such as white wall or screen. Make sure that there are no other objects in the background.
  • Lighting: Make sure there are no shadows on your face or on the background. Adjust the distance to the wall to remove shadows on the background. Face the light source such as a window to remove shadows on the face. You can use additional light source to get even lighting on the face.
  • Facial features: Have a neutral facial expression. Look straight to the camera. Shown full face. Eyebrows should not be covered by hair. Eyes open. Mouth closed. Slight smile is acceptable.
  • Position the camera in the same height as the head.
  • Shoulders should be visible, and there should be enough space around the head for cropping the photo.

Get more information on taking passport photo at home and United States Passport Photos Near Me.

How to print your passport photos

There are three ways you can print your passport photos:

  1. You can print your passport photo at home using a color printer.
  2. Save the photo to a thumb drive and print it at any photo printing shops like Costco, CVS, Walgreens and Walmart.
  3. Use online photo printing services such as Snapfish and Shutterfly.