Getting the right ID photo is crucial! Size, background, and attire all play a role in your application’s success. Many applications are returned due to non-compliant photos, wasting time and effort. Capture HK provides a comprehensive guide explaining photo standards, background rules, attire tips, and recommends 5 free ID photo apps—ensuring you get it right the first time!

Size Specifications

• Dimensions: 40mm (width) x 50mm (height). The person's face in the photo should measure between 32mm and 36mm from the chin to the top of the head, with appropriate space above the head.

Online Application Requirements

• File format: JPEG
• File size: 5MB or less
• Scanner image: 40mm (W) x 50mm (H) at 600 dpi
• Digital camera: Minimum 1200 (W) x 1600 (H) pixels

Background Colour

• Background: White

Attire and Appearance

• Clothing: Avoid wearing clothes that are too dark or too light.
• Makeup: Avoid heavy makeup, and hair should not obscure the eyes or eyebrows.
• Glasses: Glasses should not cover the eyes and must not cause reflections.
• Headwear and Hair Accessories: Do not wear hats or hair accessories.

Lighting

• Lighting: The photo should not have shadows, and it should not be too bright or too dark.

Important Notes

• The applicant must be centred in the photo.
• The photo will be laser-engraved onto the personal information page of the passport. The quality of the photo on the passport will depend on the quality and colour of the submitted photo.
• Please do not fold the photo, attach it to the application using a stapler or paper-clip, or write on the back of the photo, as this will make it unsuitable for use in the passport.
• If the photo submitted by mail or delivery does not meet the standards, the application will not be accepted and will be returned to the applicant.

1. ID Photo-Passport Photo maker

Easily create compliant ID photos for multiple countries, including Hong Kong ID cards, SAR passports, and more. Simple three-step process!

2. Passport Photo Maker-ID Photo

Produces compliant ID photos in seconds with various preset sizes. Includes automatic beautification and background-changing features for natural, compliant photos.

3. ID Photo Application

This ID photo app, rated an impressive 4.9 stars, has become a popular choice for creating ID photos. Its user-friendly interface and rich features make the process effortless. It includes a variety of preset international visa photo sizes and supports custom dimensions for precise control. The app also offers professional-level editing tools, such as beauty enhancements and blemish removal. With JPEG output support, you can easily print photos at home or at a digital printing store.

4. IdPhotoMan

IdPhotoMan supports creating photos for over 100 different ID and visa types. You can customise the size and background colour, and directly select formats for various countries' visa photos within the app to create tailored ID photos.

5. 履歴書カメラ

履歴書カメラ lets you effortlessly take various ID photos within just one minute, suitable for passports, driver's licenses, resumes, and more. The app features natural beauty enhancement tools, including skin correction and dark circle removal, ensuring you achieve a perfect ID photo that aligns with Japanese aesthetic standards.

6. Passport Photo UK- Visa/ ID

Passport Photo Maker supports passport and visa photo requirements for over 150 countries/regions, offering professional-grade photo creation services. It includes editing tools such as background replacement, white balance adjustment, and brightness, contrast, and saturation fine-tuning. This ensures photos of studio-quality standards. Additionally, the app provides convenient printing options, allowing you to combine multiple standard passport, ID, or visa photos on a single 4x6, 5x7, or A4 sheet for easy printing.

Do you have a box full of precious old photos, worried they might fade or deteriorate over time? If you want to digitise these cherished memories for easier sharing and preservation, Capture HK offers professional photo album digitisation services. Effortlessly convert your treasured photos into high-quality digital files that will last forever!

Capture HK uses high-quality scanning equipment to ensure that your scanned photos are clear and detailed, restoring the original colours and details. We offer various file format options, making it easy to view and share your photos on different devices. Most importantly, we treat your memories with care, ensuring all photos are meticulously processed and securely preserved, giving you peace of mind.

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References:

• Passport Photo Guide: Special Administrative Region Passport Photo Requirements and Common Questions - Studio Photobi HK
• Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Travel Document Photo Specifications - Hong Kong Immigration Department
• Taking Passport Photos | Testing 3 Passport Photo Editing Apps Before Traveling to Apply for Passport and Home Return Permit: Which is Most Useful? [With Guide] - topick.hket
• 8 Recommended Free Passport Photo Apps! Perfect for Special Administrative Region Passports, Student ID Photos, and Visa Photos - gotrip