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Resident 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
Resident 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 Resident Visa photo requirements at a glance

    • The UAE Resident 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 resident visa is ICP's base service for issuing and renewing a residency permit; the Golden and Green Visa run through the same service as separate categories. The document list on the service page names a personal photo and a passport, but not a single number: the measurements sit in ICP's general photo standard — 35–40 mm wide, face 70–80% of the frame, no more than 6 months old. Note one discrepancy inside ICP itself: the general photo file asks for a plain light-coloured background, while the FAQ on the site says white.

Frequently asked

What size is the UAE Resident 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 Resident 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 Resident 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 Resident 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 Resident Visa photo?

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

Which rules is the UAE Resident 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 Resident Visa photo at home?

Yes: «Print on a 10 × 15 sheet» lays out your UAE Resident 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.