🇦🇪United Arab Emirates Residence Visa Photo for $1
Get a compliant 35 × 40 mm (1.4" × 1.6") photo in 2 minutes. Accepted or money back.
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements
We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
What You Get
Digital Photo
413×472px JPG
4×6 Print Sheet
6 photos included
We never see your photo
Unlike other services, our AI processes everything and never store your data. We don't know who you are and we also don't care who you are. We have only one mission is to help you easily create your id photo.
Privacy first
United Arab Emirates Residence Visa Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 40 mm (1.4" × 1.6") |
| Digital size | 413 × 472 px |
| Background | White |
| Head size | 70-80% of photo height, close-up of head and top of shoulders |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| File format | JPEG |
| Max file size | 1024 KB |
| Paper type | Glossy or Matte |
| Printable | Yes |
| Digital submission | Yes |
How It Works
Get your perfect residence visa photo in under 3 minutes
1. Take or upload a photo
Use any selfie or photo. No special setup needed — our AI handles the rest.
2. AI processes your photo
Background removal, perfect cropping, and compliance check — all automatic in seconds.
Common Reasons Photos Get Rejected
Glasses
Wrong head size
Wrong background
Shadow on face
Shadow on background
Wrong photo size — Must be exactly 35mm x 40mm, face occupying 70-80% of frame
Non-white background — Background must be plain white with no patterns, shadows, or colors
Wearing glasses — Regular glasses are not allowed; only medical glasses that don't cover eyes are permitted
Digital alterations — Any editing, filters, or retouching will cause rejection under ICAO standards
Photo too old — Must be taken within the last 6 months showing current appearance
Poor image quality — Photo must be sharp, high resolution (600dpi), free of ink marks or damage
Printing Your Photo
For mail-in applications, print your photo on 4×6 photo paper at any drugstore. Our download includes a print-ready template with multiple photos — you only need 2 for most applications.
Use glossy or matte photo paper, not regular printer paper. When printing, select "actual size" or "no scaling" to ensure the photos are exactly 35 × 40 mm (1.4" × 1.6").
| Paper size | 4×6 inches |
| Paper type | Glossy or matte photo paper |
| Print quality | 300 DPI minimum |
Where to print
- Photography studios ~AED 30-50
- Typing centers ~AED 20-40
Digital Submission Requirements
For online applications, you'll upload a digital photo directly. Our tool exports photos that meet all digital requirements automatically.
| File format | JPEG |
| Dimensions | 413×472px |
| Max file size | 1024 KB |
| Aspect ratio | Portrait (7:8) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is the UAE residence visa photo?
The UAE residence visa photo must be 35mm wide x 40mm tall. Your face should occupy 70-80% of the frame, showing a close-up of your head and top of shoulders.
Can I wear glasses in my UAE residence visa photo?
Regular glasses are not allowed. Only medical glasses are permitted if they do not cover your eyes or create reflections.
What background color is required?
A plain white background is required. The photo must be free of shadows, patterns, or any other background colors.
How recent must my photo be?
Your photo must be taken within the last 6 months and accurately represent your current appearance.
Can I wear a head covering in my UAE residence visa photo?
Yes, head coverings are permitted for religious beliefs or national dress purposes. However, your full face must remain visible from forehead to chin.
What is the difference between UAE residence visa and Emirates ID photo?
The residence visa photo is 35x40mm while the Emirates ID photo is 35x45mm. Both require white backgrounds and follow ICAO standards, but the dimensions differ slightly.
Ready to create your residence visa photo?
Compliant photo in 2 minutes. Only $1.
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Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
Related Documents
Official source: https://icp.gov.ae/en/services/