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United Kingdom vs India visa photo — full spec comparison
Side-by-side comparison of visa photo requirements for United Kingdom and India, sourced from each issuing authority.
In short
United Kingdom requires 35 × 45 mm while India requires 51 × 51 mm. The two specifications are NOT interchangeable — a photo accepted for one will be rejected by the other.
Specification table
| Attribute | United Kingdom | India |
|---|---|---|
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm | 51 × 51 mm |
| Head height | 64–76% | 49–69% |
| Background | Plain neutral | White or off-white |
| Glasses | see glasses rule | glasses prohibited |
| Authority | UK Visas and Immigration | Government of India / Bureau of Immigration |
| Verification | Official — general | Official — general |
| Last verified | 2026-05-17 | 2026-05-17 |
