UAE Visa Photo
Size & Requirements 2026 · Last updated: 2026-04-14
Photo Specifications
Dimensions
43 × 55 mm
DPI
300
Background
white
Format
JPEG
Max Size
500 KB
Head Height
60-70%
Photography Guidelines
- 1 Taken within the last 6 months
- 2 Plain white background with no shadows
- 3 Full face, front view with neutral expression
- 4 Face and shoulders centered in the photo
- 5 No sunglasses, hats, or head coverings unless for religious reasons
- 6 High-resolution, clear image with no digital edits
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Wrong photo size
UAE visa photo is 43x55mm, different from the passport photo size (35x45mm)
Low resolution or blurry image
Photo must be high-resolution and clearly show facial features
Smiling or showing teeth
Expression must be neutral with a closed mouth
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Official References
Information on this page is based on the following official sources:
Other Documents for United Arab Emirates
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