India Visa Photo Requirements
To enter India as a foreign national, you will have to apply for your own India visa. For the application you will need a personal photo that fits the requirements listed below. You must have a minimum of two photos with you for your application. Without obtaining a personal photo, you may face rejection with your application and may have to postpone or cancel any trips to India.
India Passport Photo Requirements
To travel internationally as a India national, you will require your own passport. To apply for a new India passport or renewal you will require a personal photo that fits the requirements listed below. You must have a minimum of two photos with you for your application. Without obtaining a personal photo, you may face rejection with your passport application.
| Background | The background should be white. The background should not have any pattern. The photo should show only the person to be photographed (no other persons (group pictures) or objects in the photo). No shadows must be shown on the background. Photos with patterned or other colored backgrounds will be rejected. |
| Features | 1. Natural facial expressions. 2. The individual should not be smiling. 3. Hair should be pulled back and not obscure the face. 4. The face should be centered in the photo. |
| Head position | Head straight, not tilted and should be parallel to the camera lens. |
| Eyes | Eyes wide open, looking towards the camera and without the use of colored lenses. It is recommended to not wear glasses. |
| Dress code | No headwear should be visible. This includes caps, scarves, sunglasses, etc. Religious wear is permitted, as long as it does not obscure the face. |
| Resolution (pixels) | At least 600 dpi without ink trace. |
| Photo Size | The digital photo should be between 200 pixels (width) x 200 pixels (height). The physical photo should be 51mm (width) x 51mm (height). |
| Digital Photo Requirements | It should be in JPEG format and file size should be between 5-100 KB. |
| Physical Photo Print Quality | The photo print should be on high quality glossy photo paper, not matte. |
| Age of Photo | The photo should have been taken within the last 6 months. The image should be legible and not blurry, this is required as immigration officers will be required to identify you through this image. All face features and marks must be visible. |
| More Information | To look for any other details please use the below link: https://www.cgisf.gov.in/docs/1553603117PHOTO_ GUIDELINES.pdf |
| Is a photo required? | Yes a personal photo is required for the India visa application. In most applications for passport and visas, you will require a personal photo that fits the needed requirements. |
| Can I use this photo for anything else? | This photo is eligible for use for: 1. India student visa photo 2. India work visa photo 3. India passport photo |
| Other information | 1. The photo should not have heavy artificial touch ups. 2. There should be no discoloration, stamping, or stapling visible on the photo. |
| How can I get my own photo? | You can receive your own India visa photo today, by following the steps below! Without ever having to leave your home. |
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