How to Make a Passport Photo Online in 3 Easy Steps
Follow these three simple steps to prepare a passport or ID photo. No software installation required. Free and secure.
Choose a Portrait
Select one JPG, JPEG, PNG, WebP, AVIF, or BMP portrait from your device, or drag and drop it into the browser.
Set the Size and Composition
Choose a preset or custom photo size, select 300, 600, or custom DPI, then move, crop, and zoom the portrait using the optional composition guide.
Verify and Download
Check the output dimensions against the issuing authority’s current requirements, choose JPG or PNG, and click “Download Passport Photo.”
How Does the CompressFly Passport Photo Maker Work?
The CompressFly passport photo maker crops one portrait to the aspect ratio of the selected US 2 × 2 in, 35 × 45 mm, 33 × 48 mm, 50 × 50 mm, or custom photo size. Move and resize the crop area, reposition or zoom the image, and use the optional eye and chin lines as visual composition references.
When the size is entered in millimetres or inches, the tool calculates the output pixel dimensions from the selected DPI. A custom pixel size remains at the entered width and height, while the selected DPI is written into the downloaded file. The result is exported as JPG or PNG directly in your browser. The composition guide does not detect a face, measure the head, check the background, or certify that the photo meets an issuing authority’s requirements.
What "in your browser" means
- No portrait file is uploaded to a server
- Cropping, resizing, DPI metadata, and export are processed locally on your device
- The finished JPG or PNG is downloaded directly from your browser
Passport Photo Size and DPI Guide
For sizes entered in inches or millimetres, the selected DPI determines the calculated output dimensions in pixels.
| Photo Size | Output at 300 DPI | Output at 600 DPI |
|---|---|---|
| US 2 × 2 in | 600 × 600 px | 1200 × 1200 px |
| 35 × 45 mm | 413 × 531 px | 827 × 1063 px |
| 33 × 48 mm | 390 × 567 px | 780 × 1134 px |
| 50 × 50 mm | 591 × 591 px | 1181 × 1181 px |
| Custom Size | Calculated for mm or in; exact when entered in px | Calculated for mm or in; exact when entered in px |
Pixel dimensions are rounded to the nearest whole pixel. Matching a width, height, or DPI value does not by itself guarantee that a passport or ID photo will be accepted.
What to Check Before Submitting a Passport Photo
The maker prepares the crop, output dimensions, and DPI. It does not determine whether a photo satisfies an issuing authority’s current submission rules.
Authority and Application Type
Check the country, document type, and whether the photo is intended for a digital upload or a printed application.
Head Position and Framing
Compare the portrait with the authority’s official head-size and eye-position measurements. The on-screen guide is only a visual reference.
Background and Lighting
Confirm the required background color, lighting, and shadow rules, and whether the authority permits background editing.
Expression and Appearance
Review the current rules for expression, glasses, headwear, face visibility, and how recently the photo must have been taken.
Format and File Size
Verify the required file format and minimum or maximum file size separately from the physical size, pixel dimensions, and DPI.
Why Use CompressFly to Make a Passport Photo?
Browser-Based Photo Preparation
Crop and prepare one portrait directly in your browser without waiting for the file to upload to or download from a server.
Preset and Custom Photo Sizes
Use a 2 × 2 in, 35 × 45 mm, 33 × 48 mm, or 50 × 50 mm preset, or enter custom dimensions in millimetres, inches, or pixels.
DPI-Aware Pixel Output
Calculate pixel dimensions from the physical photo size and selected DPI, then write the chosen density into the downloaded file.
Live Crop and Composition Preview
Move, resize, and zoom the portrait while using the optional head, eye, chin, and center guides as visual references.
Private & Secure
Your portrait is processed locally in your browser and is not uploaded to a server.
Free Access
Use the passport photo maker for free without signing up or entering credit card details.
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Passport Photo Maker FAQ
How do I make a passport photo online?
Make a passport photo online in three steps: 1. Select or drag and drop one supported portrait into the browser. 2. Choose a preset or custom size and DPI, then move, crop, and zoom the portrait using the optional composition guide. 3. Verify the current official requirements, choose JPG or PNG, and click “Download Passport Photo.”
What passport photo sizes are available?
The maker includes US 2 × 2 in, 35 × 45 mm, 33 × 48 mm, and 50 × 50 mm presets. You can also enter a custom width and height in millimetres, inches, or pixels.
What pixel size is a 2 × 2 inch photo at 300 DPI?
A 2 × 2 inch photo at 300 DPI is 600 × 600 pixels. At 600 DPI, the same physical size is 1200 × 1200 pixels.
How does DPI affect the passport photo output?
For a size entered in inches or millimetres, increasing the DPI increases the calculated pixel dimensions while keeping the same physical size. For a size entered in pixels, the width and height remain at the entered values and the selected DPI is written as density metadata.
Can I enter a custom passport photo size and DPI?
Yes. Enter a custom width and height in millimetres, inches, or pixels. Custom DPI values can range from 72 to 1200. Each output dimension must be no more than 12,000 pixels, and the complete image must not exceed 80 megapixels.
Does the composition guide guarantee that my passport photo will be accepted?
No. The guide is a general visual reference for positioning the head, eyes, chin, and center line. It does not detect a face, verify biometric measurements, evaluate the background, or certify acceptance. Always check the current rules of the issuing authority.
Can the passport photo maker remove or change the background?
No. This maker crops and sizes the portrait but does not replace its background. Use the Remove Image Background tool first if background removal is permitted by the issuing authority.
Can I reduce a passport photo to a specific KB file size?
This maker sets the crop, pixel dimensions, and DPI but does not target a specific file size. Use the Compress ID Photo tool when an application requires a particular KB or MB limit.
Are my passport photos uploaded to a server?
No. CompressFly processes the portrait directly in your browser, so the image file is not uploaded to a server.
Is the passport photo maker free?
Yes. The passport photo maker is free to use. No account, credit card, or software installation is required.