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Saudi Arabia Passport Photo Maker

A Saudi Arabian passport photo is 40 × 60 mm — taller than the global standard — with a pure white background. JPG, taken within six months. Women may wear hijab; men should not wear traditional head coverings for the photo. Neutral expression, no glasses.

SAR 300is the 2026 fee for a Saudi adult passport (10-year) —·MOFA Saudi Arabia

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

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Saudi Arabia passport photo at a glance

Physical size	40 × 60 mm
Pixels @ 300 DPI	472 × 709
Head height	ICAO standard (70-80%)
Background	Plain white background
Accepted formats	JPG
Passport fee (2026)	SAR 300 (10-year adult)
Processing time	3-5 working days
Studio cost	SAR 30 to SAR 50
Official source	mofa.gov.sa

What the rules actually say

Saudi Arabia's 40 × 60 mm passport photo is unique to the Kingdom — taller than the 35 × 45 mm global standard, narrower than the 50 × 70 mm Canadian format. The aspect ratio (2:3) was set in 2010 when the biometric passport launched.

Pure white background is strict. Most Saudi photo studios use calibrated white backdrops. Home-shot photos against a wall typically fail because Riyadh and Jeddah indoor lighting casts warm yellow tones on white walls. A studio shoot for SAR 30-50 is the safe path.

Applications run through the Absher digital platform (Ministry of Interior). The applicant initiates the renewal online, books a biometric appointment at a Jawazat office, attends in person with the photo and existing passport, and collects the new passport in 3-5 working days.

From abroad, Saudi embassies process the same 40 × 60 mm photo specification. Religious-pilgrimage visa photos (Umrah, Hajj) use a slightly different smaller format — check the specific visa type's requirements before booking the photo shoot.

Top reasons Saudi Arabia passport photos get rejected

Background not pure white
Photo not 40 × 60 mm aspect ratio
Hair covering eyes or eyebrows
Glasses with reflections
Photo retouched beyond basic colour balance

Where to apply for your Saudi Arabia passport

Apply through Absher or your nearest Jawazat office. https://www.mofa.gov.sa/ →

Studio alternative: SAR 30 to SAR 50. 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:

United Arab Emirates passport photo — 43 × 55 mm, white background
Egypt passport photo — 40 × 60 mm, plain white background

Privacy: what we do with your photo

The Saudi Arabia 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/saudi-arabia. Spec verified against mofa.gov.sa on 2026-05-22.

Questions, answered

Saudi Arabia Passport Photo Maker — frequently asked questions

What's the role of Absher in Saudi passport applications?

Absher is the Ministry of Interior's digital services platform. Passport renewals are initiated online through Absher, with the appointment booked at a Jawazat (passport authority) office for biometric collection and physical issuance.

Are women required to wear hijab in the photo?

Yes for Saudi citizens. The photo must show the face from forehead to chin unobstructed; the hijab covers the hair but not the face. Foreign women applying for visas don't need to wear hijab in their visa photo.

Can I use the same photo for a Saudi visa as for a Saudi passport?

Same 40 × 60 mm specification with white background. Saudi visa photos and passport photos are interchangeable within the six-month freshness window.

Where do I apply for a Saudi passport from abroad?

At any Saudi embassy or consulate. The 40 × 60 mm specification is identical. Major consulates (NY, London, Washington DC) have on-site photographers.

Are smiles allowed?

No. Neutral expression with closed mouth. The Jawazat biometric system requires consistent facial landmarks for chip matching.

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