India e-Visa Photo Size & Free Maker — 51×51 mm (2×2 in)

Photo Dimensions & Positioning

Photo size51 × 51 mm

Pixels350 × 350 – 1000 × 1000 px

File formatJPEG

File size10KB - 300KB

Face height (chin to crown)25 – 35 mm

BackgroundPlain white or light

Rules & Guidelines

ExpressionNeutral expression. Mouth closed. Face centred, looking straight at camera.

GlassesAvoid wearing glasses. If worn, no glare or reflection on lenses.

Head coveringReligious head coverings permitted. Face must be fully visible.

LightingEven lighting. No shadows.

Print qualityDigital photo only (JPEG format).

RecencyRecent photo.

Children & Infants

Same requirements apply.

Additional Requirements

Square format: 2x2 inches (51x51mm).
Minimum 350x350 pixels.
File size strictly between 10KB and 300KB.
JPEG format only.
Face should occupy 50-60% of the photo.
File size is the most common cause of rejection.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ File size out of range — Must be 10KB-300KB. This is very tight. Use a tool to compress precisely.

❌ Wrong dimensions — Must be square (2x2 inches / 51x51mm), not rectangular.

❌ Low resolution — Minimum 350x350 pixels required.

❌ Face too small — Face should take up at least 50% of the photo area.

Official Source

Government website https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/VSS_IMAGE.pdf ↗

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India (e-Visa) e-Visa Photo — FAQ

What size is a India (e-Visa) e-visa photo?

51×51 mm (2×2 in). Face height: 25–35 mm. Background: Plain white or light.

Can I take a India (e-Visa) e-visa photo at home?

Yes. Use a plain plain white or light backdrop, even lighting, and a neutral expression, then use the PassportSnap free maker to crop and resize to 51×51 mm exactly.

What file format does India (e-Visa) require?

JPEG, max 300KB. PassportSnap exports a JPEG sized to your country’s exact pixel and file-size limits.

Are glasses allowed in India (e-Visa) e-visa photos?

Avoid wearing glasses. If worn, no glare or reflection on lenses.

Are head coverings allowed?

Religious head coverings permitted. Face must be fully visible.

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