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Golden Visaplain whiteglasses — no glaresample

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What we check — the document requirements

  1. 1Size and filePhoto and file size — as this document expects them35 × 45 mm
  2. 2Head in the photoHow much of the photo the head takes — from the crown to the chin70–80 % of the photo height
  3. 3Eye heightHow high the eyes sit — measured from the bottom edge of the photo55–70 % from the bottom of the photo
  4. 4BackgroundColour and evenness of the background behind the headplain white
  5. 5Glasses and headwearWhether glasses and head coverings are allowed — by this document's rulesglasses — no glare
  6. 6Pose and faceLooking straight at the camera, mouth closed, a calm faceneutral face
  7. 7Light and sharpnessEven light on the face, a sharp colour photoeven light, sharp photo
Document
Golden Visa35 × 45 mm
Rules
Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port…general authority rules · 1 Oct 2026 · source
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Notes to the sheet

  1. UAE Golden Visa photo requirements at a glance

    • The UAE Golden Visa photo is 35 × 45 mm.
    • The head takes up 70–80 % of the photo height.
    • The eyes sit at 55–70 % from the bottom of the photo.
    • Background: plain white.
    • Glasses are fine if the lenses are clear and free of glare.
    • Head coverings only for religious reasons, with the whole face visible.
    • Neutral expression, mouth closed.
    • The photo must be no older than 6 months.
    • Rules: Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port…, checked on 1 Oct 2026.

  2. What we don't check

    • When the picture was taken. We read the date from the file if it survived, but re-saving wipes it — and many authorities ask for a recent photo.
    • Whether the picture was edited. Retouching, filters and AI changes cannot be proved from a file.
    • Whether you have sent this picture before. Some authorities reject a photo that was already used in an earlier application.
    • How the photo will be printed. Paper, trimming and print quality cannot be judged from a file.
    • The route you apply through. Some countries want a code from an approved photographer, or take the picture at the office themselves.

  3. What this document is

    The Golden Visa is not a separate service: it is one of the categories inside the shared ICP service for issuing and renewing residency. In that category's document list the photo is named directly, next to the proof of eligibility for the category you apply under. The separate Golden Residency overview page mentions no photo at all, so the numbers here are ICP's general photo standard — the same one the resident visa uses. The specification is identical; what differs is the ground on which residency is granted.

Frequently asked

What size is the UAE Golden Visa photo?

35 × 45 mm, with the head taking up 70–80 % of the photo height. The check compares your photo with these numbers and crops it to size for free.

What background does the UAE Golden Visa photo need?

Plain, even white — no shadows, patterns or objects behind you. If yours is different, the free fix replaces it.

Can I wear glasses in the UAE Golden Visa photo?

Yes, if the lenses are clear, free of glare and the frame does not cover the eyes. Sunglasses and tinted lenses are not allowed.

Can I smile in the UAE Golden Visa photo?

No: the expression is neutral, the mouth closed, the eyes looking straight into the camera.

Can I wear a head covering in the UAE Golden Visa photo?

Only for religious reasons — and the whole face must stay visible, from chin to forehead, without shadows.

Which rules is the UAE Golden Visa photo checked against?

The general photo requirements of the authority (Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port…) — it has no separate page for this document. Where the authority gives no numbers, the ICAO document photo baseline applies: «Why» on every row shows which.

Can I print the UAE Golden Visa photo at home?

Yes: «Print on a 10 × 15 sheet» lays out your UAE Golden Visa photo (35 × 45 mm) on a standard sheet — print it at a photo shop or on a home printer; the size on the sheet is exact.

Is the check free? Is my photo uploaded anywhere?

Free, no sign-up. The check and the fix run right in your browser — the photo never leaves your device; it goes to a server only if you choose the AI yourself.