PhotoSizeCheck

UAE Emirates ID Photo Size & Free Resizer

For an Emirates ID card, ICP asks for a recent photo that meets ICAO specifications and is not identical to the photo printed on your current ID card. ICP's standard size for personal photos is 3.5 x 4.5 cm on a white background.

413 x 531 px35 x 45 mmBackground: white
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Drop a photo here or tap to choose
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Your photo stays on your device. Face detection and background removal also run on your device.

Under ICP's photo standards the photo must be high quality, show clear facial features and eyes without shadows or reflections, and have a straight face and neutral expression. Hats and sunglasses are not allowed; medical glasses are allowed if they do not cover the eyes. This tool crops to 413 x 531 pixels with a white background.

UAE Emirates ID Photo requirements

Print size35 x 45 mm
Pixels (this tool)413 x 531
FormatJPG / JPEG
BackgroundWhite

Pixels here are calculated from the official print size.

Official source: icp.gov.ae · checked 2026-10-12

How to make your UAE Emirates ID Photo in 4 steps

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

Common reasons this photo is rejected

Frequently asked questions

How do I track my Emirates ID application?

Through My Applications in your ICP account, on smartservices.icp.gov.ae with your application number (starting with 010), or by calling ICP.

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 UAE Emirates ID Photo size in pixels?

413 x 531 pixels (width x height) is what this tool produces for the UAE Emirates ID Photo.

What is the UAE Emirates ID Photo size in cm, mm or inches?

35 x 45 mm.

How do I resize a photo for the UAE Emirates ID 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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