A Pakistan visa photo should be a recent colour, passport-style photo, 35 mm wide by 45 mm high, on a plain white or light background, with your face filling about 70–80% of the frame, looking straight at the camera with a neutral expression and no glasses or hat. Upload it in the format and size the portal requests.
- Size35 × 45 mm
- BackgroundPlain white / light
- Face70–80% of frame
- Age of photoUnder 6 months
- GlassesRemove
- ExpressionNeutral, mouth closed
Photo Specifications
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Size | 35 mm wide × 45 mm high (passport style) |
| Background | Plain white or light colour, no patterns or shadows |
| Framing | Head and top of shoulders; face about 70–80% of the photo |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open, looking at the camera |
| Glasses and headwear | No glasses; no hats except for religious reasons, with the full face visible |
| Age | Taken within the last 6 months |
Uploading Your Photo
The online visa system has a photograph guide and checks your upload. Save your photo in the file type and size the portal asks for, and crop it to the right proportions before uploading. If the system rejects your photo, retake it rather than editing it heavily.
- Use a camera or recent phone in daylight facing a window.
- Stand about half a metre in front of a plain wall.
- Do not use filters, beauty modes or AI enhancement.
Common Photo Mistakes
- Shadows on the face or background.
- A selfie taken at arm's length, which distorts the face.
- Cropping too tight or leaving too much space above the head.
- Old photos that no longer look like you.
- Low-resolution or blurry images.
A poor photo is one of the most common reasons an application is sent back; see rejection reasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a Pakistan visa photo?
35 mm wide by 45 mm high, passport style.
What background colour is needed for a Pakistan visa photo?
A plain white or light background.
Can I wear glasses in my Pakistan visa photo?
No, remove glasses.
Can I take my Pakistan visa photo with a phone?
Yes, if it meets the requirements: good light, plain background, no filters, not a selfie at arm's length.
Please note: visa rules and fees can change without notice. Always confirm the final requirements and fee for your passport on the official Pakistan Online Visa System, visa.nadra.gov.pk, before you apply. This guide is general information, not legal advice.
