🇮🇳India OCI Card Photo for $1
Get a compliant 51 × 51 mm (2" × 2") 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
600×600px 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
India OCI Card Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 51 × 51 mm (2" × 2") |
| Digital size | 600 × 600 px (min) to 1000 × 1000 px (max) |
| Background | White |
| Head size | 50-69% of photo height |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| File format | JPEG |
| Max file size | 300 KB |
| Paper type | Glossy or Matte |
| Printable | Yes |
| Digital submission | Yes |
How It Works
Get your perfect oci card 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 51x51mm (2x2 inch) square format
Non-white background - Background must be plain white, not off-white or light colored
Wearing glasses - Glasses are not permitted in OCI card photos
Head size incorrect - Face must occupy 50-69% of photo height
Photo too old - Must be taken within the last 6 months
Expression not neutral - No smiling, mouth must be closed
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 51 × 51 mm (2" × 2").
| Paper size | 4×6 inches |
| Paper type | Glossy or matte photo paper |
| Print quality | 300 DPI minimum |
Where to print
- Local photo studios ~₹5-20
- Online print services ~₹10-30
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 | 600×600px to 1000×1000px |
| Max file size | 300 KB |
| Aspect ratio | Square (1:1) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is an OCI card photo?
51x51mm (2x2 inches) square format, the same size as an Indian passport photo.
Can I wear glasses in my OCI card photo?
No, glasses are not permitted in OCI card photos to ensure clear biometric identification.
What background color is required for OCI card photos?
Plain white background only. Off-white or light-colored backgrounds are not accepted.
Is the OCI card photo the same as passport photo?
Yes, OCI card photos follow the same specifications as Indian passport photos - 51x51mm square with white background.
Ready to create your oci card photo?
Compliant photo in 2 minutes. Only $1.
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
Related Guides
Related Documents
Official source: https://www.mea.gov.in/oci-card-holders.htm