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🇳🇬 Nigeria Passport Photo Size & Requirements (2026)

A Nigeria passport photo must be 35 × 45 mm (1.375 × 1.77 in) — 413 × 531 px at 300 DPI — with a head height of 32–36 mm (1.25–1.42 in) from chin to crown, on a white background, taken within the last 6 months.

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Required background: white

  • Face the camera, neutral expression, eyes open
  • Stand ~1 m from a plain wall, even light, no shadows
  • No glasses or hats; include your shoulders

Free, no watermark: digital photo for online applications + 4×6 in print sheet. Originals are deleted within 24 hours.

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35x45 mm Photo

Nigeria Passport Photo size in mm, inches and pixels

Photo size35 × 45 mm (1.375 × 1.77 in) · 3.5 × 4.5 cm · 小二寸
Size in pixels413 × 531 px @ 300 DPI
Head height (chin to crown)32–36 mm (1.25–1.42 in)
Backgroundwhite (#FFFFFF)
Head32–36 mm35 mm45 mm
Nigeria Passport Photo dimensions: 35 × 45 mm (1.375 × 1.77 in), head height 32–36 mm (1.25–1.42 in) from chin to crown.

Nigeria Passport Photo requirements

How to take a Nigeria Passport Photo at home

  1. Stand about 1 m (3 ft) in front of a plain wall, facing a window or other even light source.
  2. Have someone take the photo from about 1.5 m (5 ft) away at eye level, showing your head and shoulders.
  3. Look straight at the camera with a neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open, no glasses or hat.
  4. Upload the photo — it is cropped to 35 × 45 mm (1.375 × 1.77 in) and the background is replaced with white.
  5. Review the compliance checks, then download the digital file or print the 4×6 in sheet at any photo shop.

FAQ

What size is a Nigeria passport photo?

A Nigeria passport photo is 35 × 45 mm (1.375 × 1.77 in), which is 3.5 × 4.5 cm.

What is the Nigeria passport photo size in pixels?

At 300 DPI the photo is 413 × 531 px.

What are the Nigeria passport photo requirements in 2026?

Taken within the last 6 months. Neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open. Face the camera directly, head not tilted. No glasses. No hats or head coverings, except for religious reasons with face fully visible. Even lighting with no shadows on face or background. Plain background with no patterns or objects. No filters or retouching that changes your appearance. Face fully visible from hairline to chin. The background must be white and the head must measure 32–36 mm (1.25–1.42 in).

What background color is required for a Nigeria passport photo?

The background must be white (#FFFFFF), plain, with no patterns or shadows.

Can I wear glasses in a Nigeria passport photo?

No. Most authorities no longer accept glasses in ID photos because of glare and frame shadows, except for documented medical reasons.

What should I wear for a Nigeria passport photo?

Wear everyday clothes in a color that contrasts with the white background (dark or colored tops work well). Avoid uniforms, hats and anything covering your face.

Can I take a Nigeria passport photo with my phone?

Yes. Have someone photograph you facing the camera in front of a plain wall in even light. The tool crops it to the official head size, replaces the background with white, and checks compliance.

How much does a Nigeria passport photo cost here?

It is free, with no watermark: upload a photo to generate and download the high-resolution digital photo and a 4×6 in print sheet, with no sign-up.

Official source

Nigeria Immigration Service — Rules change — always confirm with the official source before submitting.

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