India regular (paper/embassy) visa photo size and requirements

A India regular (paper/embassy) visa photo must be 2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm) on a plain white (paper, CGI SF); plain light-coloured or white (online upload) background. Use the tool below to crop yours to the exact size.

Size: 2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm)
Head size: 25–35 mm from chin to top of head
Background: plain white (paper, CGI SF); plain light-coloured or white (online upload)
Max file size: 300 KB
Glasses: allowed if eyes clearly visible; no tinted/dark lenses, no glare, frames must not cover eyes

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Other rules for India regular (paper/embassy) visa photos

Online upload: JPEG, 10-300 KB, height must equal width (square)
Full face, front view, eyes open, head centred, top of hair to bottom of chin
Face about 60-70% of photo area; ears, neck and shoulders visible
No shadows, no borders, no retouching
Wear contrasting (non-white) clothes
Head covering only for religious reasons, face edges visible
Children under 10 get some leeway; babies under 1 need not have eyes open

Frequently asked questions

What size is a India regular (paper/embassy) visa photo?

2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm).

What background is required for a India regular (paper/embassy) visa photo?

A plain white (paper, CGI SF); plain light-coloured or white (online upload) background, plain and without shadows or patterns.

How big should the head be in a India regular (paper/embassy) visa photo?

The head should measure 25–35 mm from chin to top of head.

Can I wear glasses in a India regular (paper/embassy) visa photo?

Allowed if eyes clearly visible; no tinted/dark lenses, no glare, frames must not cover eyes.

What is the file size limit for a India regular (paper/embassy) visa photo?

The digital file must be no larger than 300 KB. The tool lowers the JPEG quality automatically to fit.

Other photo sizes

Source: official requirements. Not yet confirmed on an official source: eyeLine (official text is truncated: '1-1/8 inches to 1-3.'). The consulate or passport office makes the final decision on whether a photo is accepted.