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Iran Visa Photo Size

Iranian photo is 30×40 mm. White background required. Headscarf is mandatory for women.

Scale diagram30 × 40 mm
Top of head%6.5
Pupil line%44.0
Bottom of chin%81.5

The diagram shows the required framing for Iran at true proportions: head height and eye line are drawn from the official ratios.

Photo Size

30×40 mm

Background Color
White
Head size
70-80%
Eye Position
56% from bottom
Top Margin
3-5 mm

ICAO 9303

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Used For

  • Passport
  • Melli card
  • Visa

With the PhotoID Studio desktop app you can create a custom photo size for any document used in any country, save it as a preset, and reuse your saved preset with a single click.

Always verify the size before an official application

The information here reflects the sizes commonly accepted for visa applications. Authorities can change photo requirements without prior notice, and different documents in the same country (passport, ID card, driving licence, residence permit) may require different sizes. Check the current guidance of the authority you are applying to before preparing your photo.

How should a Iran visa photo look?

The photo size for an Iranian passport and identity document is 30×40 mm, which is smaller than European and US standards. The background must be plain white. Islamic hijab (headscarf) is a legal requirement for all female applicants.

Issuing authority: FARAJA

Passport applications are handled by Islamic Republic of Iran Police (FARAJA). Applications are accepted at authorised offices and service centres, and the photo requirements follow ICAO 9303.

Photo preparation workflow

PhotoID Studio automatically crops, resizes and replaces the background of your photo to fit Iran's non-standard 30×40 mm biometric format. You save the processed image to your device and bring it to the application centre yourself.

Tips for taking a good photo

For women: wear a plain, non-dark headscarf that fully covers the hair and neck. For men: do not wear a necktie. For everyone: use a plain white background, maintain a neutral expression, remove glasses, and look directly at the camera.

Common reasons for photo rejection

• Female applicant is not wearing a hijab (roosari): this is a legal requirement. • Male applicant is wearing a necktie: this is prohibited. • Glasses are worn; not accepted for either men or women. • Background is not plain white or contains shadows.

Pricing

With a PhotoID Studio annual subscription, you can generate biometric photos for Iran's unique 30×40 mm format and 100+ other countries.

Frequently asked questions

Is a hijab mandatory for an Iranian passport photo?

Yes. Iranian law requires all female applicants to wear an Islamic headscarf (roosari) in the photo. This applies to foreign nationals as well.

Why is the Iranian photo size different from the standard?

Iran uses a 30×40 mm format instead of the 35×45 mm ICAO standard adopted by most countries. PhotoID Studio handles this size automatically.

Can I wear glasses in the photo?

No. Glasses are not accepted in Iranian passport and identity card photos.

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30×40 mm

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ET

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30×40 mm

CO

Colombia

30×40 mm

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