UK Visa · UKVI

A UK visa photo that won't be rejected.

45×35 mm, head 29-34 mm, plain light grey or cream background. Meets UKVI and HM Passport Office rules. Validated before you pay.

Accepted by VFS / UKVI or refund. If VFS Global or UKVI rejects the photo, we refund US$4.99.
45×35 mm, UK passport spec
Light grey or cream background
Head 29–34 mm chin to crown
Digital file + 4×6" print sheet
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UK visa photo · 45×35 mmOne-time US$4.99
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What size is a UK visa photo?

A UK visa photo is 45×35 mm (portrait orientation) with the head measuring 29-34 mm from chin to crown, on a plain light-grey or cream background (never pure white). The face must be straight to the camera, neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open. Photo must be taken within the last month for the digital upload route (longer for paper). The same 45×35 mm specification is required by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) for tourist, work and study visas, and by HM Passport Office for British passports — so a single compliant photo works across both. complypic generates UKVI / HM Passport Office–compliant photos validated against the 2026 spec, with print sheet included.

UKVI specification

The British biometric standard.

Size35 × 45 mm
Face (chin to crown)29–34 mm
BackgroundLight grey / cream
Resolution≥ 600 dpi
Recency≤ 1 months
GlassesNot allowed
ExpressionNeutral, mouth closed
ColorColor, no filters
How it works

Three steps. UKVI-ready.

STEP 01

Upload your photo

Any clear selfie under 1 month old. JPG or PNG, 600×600 px minimum.

STEP 02

Validate against UKVI

Size, background, head height, gaze and expression — checked instantly.

STEP 03

Pay & download

US$4.99 via PayPal. Digital JPG plus a 4×6" sheet.

FAQ

What people ask before applying to UKVI.

Does this work for the digital UKVI upload?

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Yes. We provide a JPG between 50 KB and 10 MB at the right pixel dimensions for the UKVI portal.

Light grey or cream — which is better?

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Both are accepted. Our default is light grey (#EEEEEE) which works for every UK visa class.

Can I use it for my UK passport too?

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Yes. HM Passport Office uses the same 45×35 mm specification.

What if VFS rejects it?

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Full US$4.99 refund within 24 hours via PayPal.
One-time payment

One photo, every UK application.

US$4.99
per photo · one-time · via PayPal
45×35 mm, UK passport spec
Light grey or cream background
Head 29–34 mm chin to crown
Digital file + 4×6" print sheet
Upload photo · US$4.99