Uganda Biometric Photo Size
35×45 mm, ICAO 9303
How should a Uganda passport photo look?
Uganda ICAO-compliant biometric e-passport and national ID card (Ndaga Muntu) applications require a 35×45 mm photo with a plain white background. The face must have a neutral expression with eyes open, and the photo must be taken within the last 6 months.
Photo Size
35×45 mm
Head Ratio
70%
Eye Position
56% from bottom
Top Margin
3-5 mm
Background Color
White
Standard
ICAO 9303
Requirements & Notes
Ugandan photo follows ICAO standards. White background required.
Issuing authorities
Passport applications are handled by the Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control (DCIC). The national ID card (Ndaga Muntu) is issued by the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA).
Preparing your photo with PhotoID Studio
PhotoID Studio crops your image to 35×45 mm, replaces the background with white, and resizes it to meet DCIC and NIRA requirements. Save the processed photo for digital submission or printing.
Photo capture tips
Stand against a plain white background in even lighting. The camera should be at eye level with the face fully visible from the front. Hair must not cover the face.
Common rejection reasons
• Background is not plain white or has shadows. • Eyes are closed or glasses are worn. • Face is not looking directly at the camera or expression is not neutral. • Photo is older than 6 months.
Pricing and output
PhotoID Studio uses an annual subscription covering all country formats including Uganda passport and Ndaga Muntu. Download the prepared image and print it at any photo lab.
Used For
- Passport
- ID card
- Visa
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the photo size for a Uganda passport?
35×45 mm, ICAO-compliant biometric photo with a plain white background.
- Can the same photo be used for the NIRA national ID?
Yes; NIRA Ndaga Muntu applications also accept a 35×45 mm biometric photo with a white background.
- How recent must the photo be?
Ugandan authorities require a photo taken within the last 6 months.
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