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Philippines Passport Photo Maker

A Philippine passport photo is 35 × 45 mm with a plain white background — fully ICAO-compliant. JPG for digital uploads at DFA's online appointment system. Taken within six months, neutral expression, no glasses. Same photo specification works for the Philippine National ID (PhilID).

PHP 950is the 2026 fee for a Philippine 10-year passport (Regular processing) —·DFA Philippines

Updated May 22, 2026·Verified against Philippines official passport spec · headshot research team

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Philippines passport photo at a glance

Physical size	35 × 45 mm
Pixels @ 300 DPI	413 × 531
Head height	ICAO standard (70-80%)
Background	Plain white background
Accepted formats	JPG
Passport fee (2026)	PHP 950 (10-year regular) / PHP 1,200 (10-year expedited)
Processing time	10-12 working days regular / 7 days expedited
Studio cost	PHP 100 to PHP 300 at any photo studio
Official source	dfa.gov.ph

What the rules actually say

The Philippines runs passport applications through DFA Consular Affairs with online appointment booking at dfa.gov.ph. The 35 × 45 mm photo specification is ICAO-compliant and matches Singapore, Malaysia, and most Southeast Asian neighbours, making one photo session usable across multiple ASEAN visa applications.

The DFA's online appointment system is the only path to a Philippine passport — walk-in service was phased out in 2018. Online slots fill 2-4 weeks in advance in Manila and Cebu; smaller DFA offices in provincial cities have more availability.

For Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), the same specification applies at Philippine embassies and consulates worldwide. The major consulates in the US, Middle East, and Asia handle high OFW volume with dedicated passport-renewal lanes. Photo services at PHP 100-300 (equivalent in local currency) are available near most consulates.

The same 35 × 45 mm photo works for the Philippine National ID (PhilID) which rolled out from 2020. One photo session every 5-10 years covers passport, PhilID, and driving licence renewals.

Top reasons Philippines passport photos get rejected

Background not pure white
Photo not taken within 6 months
Wearing glasses or coloured contacts
Smile or open mouth
Coloured top that clashes with white background

Where to apply for your Philippines passport

Apply through DFA Consular Affairs. https://dfa.gov.ph/ →

Studio alternative: PHP 100 to PHP 300 at any photo studio. The photo from this tool meets the same published spec — print on photo paper at home or at a drugstore for the same compliance result.

Related countries

If you also need a passport photo for a neighbouring or related country, the spec usually differs slightly. Here are the closest matches:

Indonesia passport photo — 35 × 45 mm, plain white background
Singapore passport photo — 35 × 45 mm, plain white background
Thailand passport photo — 35 × 45 mm, plain white background

Privacy: what we do with your photo

The Philippines passport photo maker runs entirely in your browser. Cropping, scaling, and background colour replacement happen on your device using the Canvas API. The background-removal step uses our private worker server, processes the image in memory only, and deletes it immediately after returning the cutout — no logs, no storage, no training data.

Page URL: https://freeheadshot.org/tools/passport-photo/philippines. Spec verified against dfa.gov.ph on 2026-05-22.

Questions, answered

Philippines Passport Photo Maker — frequently asked questions

What's the difference between regular and expedited Philippine passport?

Regular processing is 10-12 working days for PHP 950. Expedited is 7 working days for PHP 1,200. Both require the same compliant photo.

Can I use the same photo for my PhilID and passport?

Yes — the Philippine national ID (PhilID) and passport share the 35 × 45 mm specification. One photo session covers both.

Where do OFWs renew their Philippine passports?

At any Philippine embassy, consulate, or DFA mobile passport service abroad. Same 35 × 45 mm photo spec. Major consulates in the US (LA, NYC, SF), Middle East (Dubai, Riyadh), and Asia (Hong Kong, Singapore) handle high OFW volume.

Is the photo the same for Philippine visa applications?

For Philippine visas issued to foreigners, yes — same 35 × 45 mm spec. For foreign visas applied for by Philippine citizens, the destination country's spec applies.

Are smiles allowed?

No. The DFA's biometric scanner requires neutral expression with closed mouth.

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