What size is an Indian visa photo for U.S. applicants?
2x2 inches (50x50 mm) printed, or a square JPEG between 10 KB and 300 KB for the online form.
India visa photo guide (U.S. applicants)
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India visa applications from the United States use a square 2x2-inch photo — not the 35x45 mm Indian passport size. The online form takes a square JPEG between 10 KB and 300 KB on a plain light or white background.
- Printed: 2x2 inches (50x50 mm), color
- Digital: square JPEG, 10 KB to 300 KB
- Head 1 to 1 3/8 inches (25–35 mm)
- Plain light-colored or white background
- Full face, front view, eyes open
e-Visa vs regular visa photo
The Indian e-Visa and the regular visa both ask for a square photo where height equals width. The e-Visa is fully digital; regular visa applications through the outsourcing center also ask for a printed 2x2 copy.
Do not use the 35x45 mm Indian passport format for a visa — the online form expects a square image.
Upload checklist
The portal rejects files that are too small, too large, or not square.
- File between 10 KB and 300 KB
- Height and width exactly equal
- No borders, shadows, or glare
- Whole head visible, from top of hair to chin
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the India visa photo the same as an Indian passport photo?
No. Indian passports use 35x45 mm; India visa applications use a square 2x2 format.
What background does an India visa photo need?
Plain light-colored or white, with no shadows on the face or background.