Hong Kong Passport Photo

When applying for a Hong Kong passport, you need just one color passport picture or two if you apply on behalf of a child who doesn’t have an HK permanent identity card.

All photos submitted with the HKSAR passport application will be accepted only if they meet the following criteria:

• Head dimensions: 32–36 mm measured from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head
• Size: 40x50 mm (1.57 x 1.96 inches) or 1200 x 1600px for digital images
• Quality: No shadows, glare, blur, or pixelation
• Background: Plain white
• Resolution: 600 DPI
• Posture: Full frontal view

The photo you attach mustn’t have any writing on it. Don’t staple, fold, or clip it to the application. Digital passport photos should be uploaded in a JPEG file no bigger than 5MB.

Note: HK requirements don’t specify how recent your photo should be. However, it must show your current appearance. To ensure this, we recommend taking a picture just before your application, ideally within the last couple of months.

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Additional guidelines

Technical specifications aren’t the only criteria you must follow. Below are additional guidelines to consider for your HK passport photo.

Facial features and hair

Your face must be centered and fully visible—ensure the hair doesn’t obstruct any part of your eyes or eyebrows. If you have a voluminous hairstyle or want to keep the hair down, tuck it neatly behind your ears. You can smile gently with your mouth closed (don’t show your teeth).

Clothes and accessories

While the dress code isn’t strictly defined, opt for usual clothing in darker colors, which will contrast with the backdrop. All head coverings (hats, hairbands, etc) are prohibited unless worn for religious reasons.

If you want to accessorize your outfit, avoid big or shiny jewelry. You must also remove facial piercings for the picture.

Glasses

Hong Kong authorities allow you to wear prescription glasses in the picture provided that:

• The frames don’t cover any part of your eyes.
• The lenses aren’t tinted.
• The lenses don’t produce glare, reflections, or cast shadows on your face.

Contact lenses may be an easier alternative, but remember they must match your natural eye color.

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How Do You Make a Hong Kong Passport Photo Online?

At this point, you might be tempted to google “HK passport photos near me,” but no provider is physically closer than our HKSAR passport photo app, PhotoAiD® for iOS or PhotoAiD® for Android.

It takes only five steps and a few minutes:

1. Take a picture

You can do it yourself or ask a friend or family member to photograph you. Our app has a handy guide to help you take the right photo.

2. Upload your photo

When your photo is ready, upload it to our tool or click on this button: