Passport Photo Size, Dimensions and Format (Photography series)

Passport Photo

1.4 x 1.8

Format

Measurements

Aspect ratio	1:1.29
Perimeter (P)	6.40 in
Diagonal (d)	2.28 in
Area (A)	2.52 in²

Information

The Passport Photo format measures 35 x 45 mm or 1.4 x 1.8 inches. An Passport Photo fromat has an aspect ratio of 1:1.29. The Area of the Passport Photo size is 1,575 mm² or 2.52 in² with a perimeter of 160 mm or 6.40 in. An Passport Photo format has a diagonal length of 57.01 mm or 2.28 in. The Passport Photo size belongs to the Photography series. In the Photography series there are a total of 15 paper sizes.

What size is the Passport Photo?

The standard Passport photo size is 35 x 45 mm. The diagonal of a passport photo is 57.01 mm (2.28 inches). Therefore, the aspect ratio of a passport photo is 1:1.29. A passport photo is 1,575 mm2 (2.52 inches square) in the area and 160 mm (6.40 inches) in perimeter. In the Photography series, photo sizes range from 4 by 6 inches to 15 by 20 inches.

Passport photo dimensions in other units:

3.5 x 4.5 cm
99.2 x 127.6 pt
8.3 x 10.6 pc
413 x 531 px

What is Passport Photo used for?

Passport photos are used as the visual identification of a person on their Passport. The size and format of the photo must meet specific requirements for international standards, making this size of photo an excellent choice for passports and other identification documents.

A passport is a government-issued travel document that includes identifying information such as the bearer's name, photograph, date and place of birth, signature, and expiration date. It facilitates international travel and provides consular assistance in emergencies.

The inclusion of a compliant passport photo is critical for the issuance of the Passport, serving as essential photographic proof of the bearer's identity.