What size is a Thai passport photo?

35 x 45 mm (1.38 x 1.77 inches)

What background color is required for a Thai passport photo?

A plain white or light-colored background with no patterns or shadows.

Can I wear glasses in my Thai passport photo?

No, glasses are not allowed in Thai passport photos.

Thailand Passport Photo

Size & Requirements 2026 · Last updated: 2026-05-02

Photo Specifications

Dimensions

35 × 45 mm

DPI

300

Background

white

Format

JPEG

Max Size

2048 KB

Head Height

70-80%

Photography Guidelines

1 Taken within the last 6 months
2 Plain white or light-colored background with no patterns
3 Full face, front view with neutral expression
4 No glasses, hats, or head coverings unless for religious reasons
5 Color photo, not black and white
6 No smiling or showing teeth

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Wrong background color

Background must be white or light-colored, not patterned or dark

Smiling or showing teeth

A neutral expression is required, no smiling or teeth visible

Wearing glasses

Glasses are not permitted in Thai passport photos

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Official References

Information on this page is based on the following official sources:

Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Passport
Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Electronic Passport