Baby photos
Baby passport photo requirements
Baby passport photos follow the same size rules as adults — but getting a neutral pose with eyes open is harder. Lay infants on a white sheet or use a car-seat hack with a plain backdrop; never use props that appear in frame.
Example compliant crops
AI-generated illustrative portraits — not real applicants.
Rules that still apply to infants
- Same print/pixel size as adult passport for that country
- Plain white or light background — no toys, blankets with patterns, or parents’ hands
- Face forward where possible; US allows slight variation for very young babies
- No pacifier, bottle, or hat (unless religious/medical with face fully visible)
- Eyes open preferred — sleeping newborn photos often fail
Practical capture techniques
Lay the baby on a white crib sheet near a window. Shoot from above with the phone parallel to the floor, or place a white car seat cover behind them. For toddlers, sit them on a white-draped chair facing the camera.
Country-specific notes
US passport infant photos use 2×2 inch (51×51 mm) white background with the same head-height bands as adults when the child can sit upright. UK and Schengen use 35×45 mm with light grey. Indian passport uses 35×45 mm white.
Official specifications
| Document | US Passport |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions (mm) | 51 × 51 |
| Pixels @ DPI | 600 × 600 @ 300 |
| Head height | 50–69% |
| Eye line from bottom | 56–69% |
| Background | white |
| Official source | View official guidance |
| Last verified | 2026-08-18 |
Common rejection reasons & fixes
Hard fail: Parent’s hand visible supporting head
Lay baby on white sheet; crop so only the infant’s face and shoulders appear
Hard fail: Patterned blanket in background
Use plain white fabric; replace background in PicsForm if needed
Hard fail: Pacifier in mouth
Remove pacifier; wait for calm moment and re-shoot
Official sources
Frequently asked questions
- Can a baby passport photo show a sleeping infant?
- Most authorities prefer eyes open. Very young infants may have relaxed rules — check the official page for your country.
- Can parents hold the baby in the photo?
- No — hands and arms must not appear. Use a white lay-flat setup instead.
- What size is a US baby passport photo?
- Same 2×2 inch (51×51 mm, 600×600 px) square as adults, white background.
- Can I use a phone photo for my baby’s passport?
- Yes, if it meets size and background rules. Upload to PicsForm with the correct document selected.
Related guides
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