Singapore passport photo summary
Use the tool above to upload and fix your passport photo, then verify the size and requirements below.
Quick how-to guide
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Upload a clear portrait photo with the face centered and fully visible.
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Use the tool above to fix the image, then compare the result with the size guidance on this page.
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Check the background, framing, and visible head size before you print or upload.
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If the submission channel gives newer official instructions, follow those before final use.
Singapore passport photo overview
- ICA guidance commonly points users to a digital file at 400 × 514 px.
- Printed size guidance is often described as 35 × 45 mm, but the official pixel guidance is clearer than the print-size wording.
- Use a plain light background and a clear, front-facing portrait.
For Singapore, keep the wording conservative: the validated ICA pixel guidance is stronger than the print-dimension confidence, so treat the millimeter reference as careful supporting guidance rather than the main claim.
Dimensions
- Digital guidance: 400 × 514 px from ICA.
- Print-size references often state 35 × 45 mm, but the official pixel guidance is the safer point to rely on.
Background
- Use a plain light background with even lighting.
- Avoid shadows, textured walls, or phone-portrait blur behind the head.
Key rules
- Use a recent, front-facing portrait with the face clearly visible.
- Do not rely on beautifying filters, skin smoothing, or aggressive retouching.
- Check the latest official instructions if your submission channel publishes more specific rules.
Common mistakes
- Using an off-white, gray, or shadowed background instead of a clean light background.
- Submitting a selfie-style image with tilted framing, uneven lighting, or a phone-camera perspective distortion.
- Letting the head appear too small or too large in the frame after resizing.
- Retouching the face or using beauty mode, which can make the photo look edited.
Frequently asked questions
Is Singapore passport photo size always stated in millimeters?
Not always. The validated guidance for this tranche is strongest on the ICA digital size of 400 × 514 px, while print-size wording should be treated more carefully.
Can I use a phone photo for a Singapore passport image?
A phone photo can work only if it is evenly lit, front-facing, and free from selfie-style distortion, background clutter, and beauty filters.
Does ImageSize store uploaded images?
Images are processed for the active request. No account is required, and the product does not include an image library or user gallery.