🇸🇦Saudi Arabia ID Card Photo for $1
Get a compliant 40 × 60 mm (1.6" × 2.4") 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
640×480px 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
Saudi Arabia ID Card Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 40 × 60 mm (1.6" × 2.4") |
| Digital size | 640 × 480 px |
| Background | Light Grey |
| Head size | 70-80% of photo height, face centered |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| File format | JPEG |
| Max file size | 2048 KB |
| Paper type | Glossy or Matte |
| Printable | Yes |
| Digital submission | Yes |
How It Works
Get your perfect id 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 background color — Saudi ID cards require a light grey background, not white (white is for passports)
Wearing glasses — Glasses are not allowed unless you have a medical letter from a registered practitioner
Head covering shadows — Religious head coverings are permitted but must not cast shadows on face
Face partially obscured — Your full face must be visible from forehead to chin, including both ears
Wrong clothing — You must wear traditional Saudi dress (for adults), and clothing must contrast with the grey background
Photo too old — Must be taken within the last 6 months showing your current appearance
Low image quality — Photo must be high quality with no blur, pixelation, or shadows on face
Wrong expression — Exaggerated smiling or other expressions are not accepted, keep a neutral face
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 40 × 60 mm (1.6" × 2.4").
| Paper size | 4×6 inches |
| Paper type | Glossy or matte photo paper |
| Print quality | 300 DPI minimum |
Where to print
- Photography studios ~SAR 30-50
- Print shops ~SAR 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 | 640×480px |
| Max file size | 2048 KB |
| Aspect ratio | Portrait (4:3) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is the Saudi Arabia ID card photo?
The Saudi ID card (Bitaqa) photo must be 40x60mm (4x6cm). For digital submission through Absher, the photo should be 640x480 pixels.
What background color is required for Saudi ID photos?
Saudi ID cards require a light grey background. This is different from Saudi passport photos which require a white background. Do not confuse the two.
Can I wear glasses in my Saudi ID photo?
No, glasses are not allowed unless you have a medical necessity. You need a letter from a registered medical practitioner explaining why you cannot remove them.
Can I wear a head covering in my Saudi ID photo?
Yes, religious head coverings (hijab, ghutrah) are permitted. However, your face must be fully visible from forehead to chin, and the head covering must not cast any shadows on your face.
What should I wear for my Saudi ID photo?
Adults must wear traditional Saudi dress. Your clothing must contrast with the grey background, so avoid wearing grey. Women may wear head coverings but face must remain visible.
How do I submit my Saudi ID photo through Absher?
Log into the Absher platform, select My Services > Civil Affairs > National ID Services, then choose National ID Renewal. Upload your photo and the system will automatically verify if it meets specifications.
How does the Saudi ID photo compare to US passport photo?
Saudi ID photos are 40x60mm with a grey background, while US passport photos are 2x2 inches (51x51mm) with a white background. The Saudi format is rectangular while the US format is square.
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Compliant photo in 2 minutes. Only $1.
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Related Documents
Official source: https://www.moi.gov.sa/wps/portal/Home/sectors/civilaffairs/contents