Passport photo requirements
Philippinespassport photo size & requirements
The official Philippines passport photo size is 35×45mm (1.38 × 1.77 in). Visa applications require a 51×51mm photo.
- Width
- 35 mm
- Height
- 45 mm
- Resolution
- 300 DPI minimum
- Width
- 51 mm
- Height
- 51 mm
- Resolution
- 300 DPI minimum
- ◻Background: Plain white
- ◻Face height: 70–80% of photo height
- ◻Expression: Neutral, mouth closed
- ◻Glasses: Not permitted
- ◻Recency: Within 6 months
- ℹPassport uses 35×45 mm; US-bound visa applications require 51×51 mm.
Common questions about Philippines passport photos
What is the Philippines passport photo size?
The official Philippines passport photo size is 35×45mm (1.38 × 1.77 inches). The background must be plain white. Passport uses 35×45 mm; US-bound visa applications require 51×51 mm.
Is the Philippines visa photo size different?
Yes. Philippines visa applications require a 51×51mm (2.01 × 2.01 in) photo — different from the 35×45mm passport format. MePhoto handles both sizes automatically when you select Philippines.
What background colour is required?
Philippines passport photos require a plain white background. The background must be evenly lit — no shadows, patterns, or gradients. A plain wall or door lit by a nearby window is usually ideal.
Can I make a Philippines passport photo at home?
Yes. Stand against a plain light-coloured wall, face a window for even lighting, look straight at the camera lens with a neutral expression, and ensure no shadows fall on your face. Upload the result to MePhoto — we crop and resize to the exact 35×45mm specification and generate a print-ready A4 PDF.
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