Photo editor
Step 1: click on the photo background to pick its colour. Step 2: click Remove background.
No user data storage
Privacy-first editor for passport, visa, and ID photos
Indian Passport Photo
Generate a print-ready 51×51 mm Indian passport photo in your browser. Free, private, instant.
1) Select country, document type and size
2) Select print sheet format
Auto placement0
Current gap3 mm
Photo preview
Drag image inside frame. Mouse wheel changes zoom.
Print sheet preview
3) Export
About the service
PassportPhotoCreator is a free online tool that helps you create passport and ID photos in the correct format within seconds. The entire process runs directly in your browser, so your images are never uploaded to any server.
We value your privacy — there is no registration, no personal data collection, and no tracking of your uploaded photos. Everything happens locally on your device.
Key benefits:
- 100% browser-based photo processing
- No uploads to servers — your images stay private
- No registration or personal data required
- Completely free to use
- Instant generation of print-ready photo sheets
PassportPhotoCreator is designed to make creating passport, visa, and ID photos fast, simple, and secure — without compromising your privacy.
Requirements
- Photo must be exactly 51 × 51 mm (2 × 2 inches) or 35 × 45 mm — verify the size on your specific form.
- Background must be plain white — no patterns, textures, or shadows.
- Face must be centered and cover approximately 70–80% of the photo.
- Full face visible — from top of head to chin — without any cropping.
- Both eyes open, looking directly at the camera.
- Neutral expression with mouth closed.
- No glasses, coloured lenses, or tinted eyewear.
- No head coverings unless required by religion.
- Photo taken within the last 6 months.
- Printed on high-quality white photo paper — not plain office paper.
Photo Size
51 × 51 mm (2 × 2 inches), 300 DPI, plain white background.
How to use
- Open the editor and upload a clear, front-facing portrait with a plain background.
- Select India → Passport to load the 51×51 mm MEA-compliant preset.
- Centre your face so it fills the majority of the frame.
- Remove the background and ensure it is plain white.
- Adjust brightness and contrast for even, natural lighting.
- Download the print sheet and take it to a photo studio or printing shop — or bring it to any Passport Seva Kendra.
FAQ
What size is an Indian passport photo?
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) specifies a 51×51 mm (2×2 inch) photo for most Indian passport applications. Some forms and consular applications may require 35×45 mm. Always check the specific requirements on the Passport Seva portal for your application type.
What background colour is required for an Indian passport photo?
The background must be plain white. No grey, cream, or coloured backgrounds are permitted. The face must also contrast clearly with the background.
Can I wear glasses in an Indian passport photo?
No. Glasses are not permitted in Indian passport photos regardless of prescription. Remove glasses before taking your photo.
How many passport photos do I need for an Indian passport application?
Most Indian passport applications require two recent 51×51 mm colour photographs. Download the print sheet which contains multiple photos, take it to a photo studio for printing, and cut them to size.
Does my photo get uploaded to your servers?
No. All processing — cropping, background removal, brightness adjustment, and export — happens entirely in your browser. Your photo is never sent to our servers.
Is this tool free?
Yes — completely free. No registration, no subscription, no watermark. Download as many photos as you need at no cost.
Can I use this photo for the Passport Seva online application?
Yes. The exported PNG meets the digital photo requirements for the Passport Seva portal. Ensure the file is under the maximum upload size specified on the portal before submitting.
Where can I print Indian passport photos?
Take the print sheet to any local photo studio or digital print shop. Studios near Passport Seva Kendras are experienced with the 51×51 mm format. You can also use any photo printing service that prints on 4×6-inch paper.