Kenya Passport Photo Size & Free Resizer

The Kenya Passport Photo has to match the official requirement: print size 2 x 2 inch, 600 x 600 pixels, background: white, no shadows. Photos that do not match are a common reason applications are delayed or rejected.

1 Choose what the photo is for

600 x 600 px2 x 2 inchBackground: white, no shadows

2 Add your photo

Drop a photo here or tap to choose
JPG, PNG or WebP · you can also paste (Ctrl+V)

Your photo stays on your device. Face detection and background removal also run on your device.

This tool crops and resizes your photo to 600 x 600 pixels as a JPG, right in your browser.

What the official source says: “The size of the pictures should be 2 inches by 2 inches. ... Pictures taken against a white background. (Kenya Embassy, Washington DC; other missions may differ.)”

Kenya Passport Photo requirements

Print size	2 x 2 inch
Pixels (this tool)	600 x 600
Format	JPG / JPEG
Background	White, no shadows

Pixels here are calculated from the official print size.

Official source: kenyaembassydc.org · checked 2026-10-12

How to make your Kenya Passport Photo in 4 steps

Take a clear photo facing the camera, with even light and no shadows, against a background that meets the requirement (white, no shadows).
Open this page on your phone or computer and pick the photo.
The tool centres your face automatically. Tap "Make background white" if needed, adjust with Zoom and Move, and check that every line shows ✅.
Tap Download and upload the JPG file to your application.

Common reasons this photo is rejected

Wrong pixel size or shape.
A background that does not meet the requirement (white, no shadows).
Shadows on the face, or a blurry photo.
A photo older than the application allows (often 6 months).

Frequently asked questions

What is the Kenya Passport Photo size?

print size 2 x 2 inch, 600 x 600 pixels, background: white, no shadows.

Where do these requirements come from?

From the official source linked on this page, checked 2026-10-12. Always confirm there before you submit.

Is my photo uploaded to a server?

No. Resizing, compression, face detection and background removal all run inside your browser. The photo never leaves your device and nothing is stored.

What is the Kenya Passport Photo size in pixels?

600 x 600 pixels (width x height) is what this tool produces for the Kenya Passport Photo.

What is the Kenya Passport Photo size in cm, mm or inches?

2 x 2 inch.

How do I resize a photo for the Kenya Passport Photo online?

Pick your photo in the tool on this page, adjust zoom so the face is centred, then download the JPG. It is free and works on any phone or computer.

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