UK visa photo online
To create a UK visa photo to spec: upload your portrait below and the tool auto-crops to 35x45 mm, applies a plain light background, and validates expression in about 60 seconds. The UK visa application itself is submitted online on gov.uk.
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Technical specs
- Size
- 35 × 45 mm (3.5 × 4.5 cm)
- Pixel size
- About 413 × 531 px at 300 DPI
- Resolution
- 300 DPI or higher for print quality
- Background
- Plain white or light grey/cream, even, no shadows
- File format
- JPG, PNG, HEIC from any phone or camera
- Standard
- UK Visas and Immigration
Visa photo requirements
- Head size
- Head is about 70-80% of photo height
- Recency
- Taken within the last 6 months
- Expression
- Face the camera, neutral expression, mouth closed, no smile
- Glasses & accessories
- No hats; if glasses are worn, eyes must be clearly visible with no glare
Important notes
- The UK visa is applied for online on gov.uk; for Vietnamese applicants the photo is taken at a VFS Global centre (Hanoi/HCMC) during biometrics.
- The visa photo is a digital image (at least 600x750 px) on a light-coloured background — different from the UK passport 45x35 mm print.
How it works
Three steps to a compliant 35x45 mm UK visa photo from a phone shot.
Upload your portrait
Pick a straight-facing photo, eyes on camera. An iPhone or Android selfie in good light works fine.
Auto-edit
AI crops to 35x45 mm, applies a plain light background, then validates against UK visa rules.
Download the compliant file
Receive a 35x45 mm, 300 DPI file by email — ready to submit or print.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a UK visa photo?
A UK visa photo is 35 × 45 mm (3.5 × 4.5 cm) with a plain light background. This tool crops to the exact size and exports a 300 DPI file automatically.
What background does a UK visa photo need?
Plain, even white or light grey/cream with no shadows. The tool removes the original background and replaces it with a compliant one.
Can I use a self-shot photo from home?
Yes. Shoot with your phone's front camera in good light and the AI crops the 35x45 frame and replaces the background automatically.
How much does it cost?
Uploading and previewing is free. Downloading the compliant file costs from 50,000 VND. Full pricing at /en/pricing.
Can I apply for a UK visa online?
Yes. The UK visa application is completed and submitted online on gov.uk. For Vietnamese nationals, the photo and fingerprints (biometrics) are captured at the VFS Global centre in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City at your appointment. A compliant 35×45 mm photo from this tool works for your application and personal records.