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Singapore Passport Photo Maker

A Singapore passport photo is 35 × 45 mm with the head 25-35 mm from chin to crown — a wider range than Schengen. The background must be plain white. JPG for digital uploads at ICA's online portal, taken within three months. No glasses, no head covering except for religious reasons.

S$80is the 2026 fee for a Singapore 10-year adult passport —·ICA Singapore

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

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Singapore passport photo at a glance

Physical size	35 × 45 mm
Pixels @ 300 DPI	413 × 531
Head height	25 - 35 mm
Background	Plain white background
Accepted formats	JPG
Passport fee (2026)	S$80 (adult, 10-year) / S$50 (child, 5-year)
Processing time	4 working days online application
Studio cost	S$10 to S$20 at any photo studio
Official source	ica.gov.sg

What the rules actually say

Singapore's passport photo system is built around ICA's online portal, which accepts a JPG upload directly during the renewal application. The 35 × 45 mm specification is ICAO-compliant; the 25-35 mm head-height range is wider than Schengen's 32-36 mm, giving more applicants a pass on first try.

The three-month photo freshness window is the strictest globally — most countries accept 6-month-old photos. ICA's biometric matching algorithm is sensitive to small appearance changes (haircuts, weight, accessories), and the 3-month rule reduces the false-rejection rate.

Singapore photo studios offer compliant passport photos for S$10-S$20 with same-day printing. Many studios specialize in multi-format ID photos for foreigners — bringing the spec list for your home country gets you a one-stop shoot covering Singapore plus your home-country passport.

Same-day passport collection is possible at the ICA Building for renewals with online applications submitted at least 4 working days in advance. From abroad, Singapore embassies process applications via the same online portal — the new passport arrives by courier in 5-10 working days.

Top reasons Singapore passport photos get rejected

Background not pure white
Photo more than three months old (Singapore is stricter than most)
Wearing glasses
Head height outside 25-35 mm range
Coloured contact lenses

Where to apply for your Singapore passport

Apply online at ICA Singapore. https://www.ica.gov.sg/ →

Studio alternative: S$10 to S$20 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
Thailand passport photo — 35 × 45 mm, plain white background

Privacy: what we do with your photo

The Singapore 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/singapore. Spec verified against ica.gov.sg on 2026-05-22.

Questions, answered

Singapore Passport Photo Maker — frequently asked questions

Why is Singapore's photo freshness window only 3 months?

ICA's biometric matching is among the strictest in the world. Three months ensures the photo accurately represents your current appearance. This is stricter than most countries (6 months).

Can foreigners apply for a Singapore passport photo at local studios?

Yes — Singapore photo studios offer dozens of international formats. Most cluster around Bras Basah and the major MRT stations. S$10-S$20 for a compliant photo.

Is the photo specification different for the Singapore IC?

Same 35 × 45 mm size but the IC photo is captured on-site at the ICA Building when you apply. The home-shot photo specification only applies to passports.

Can I renew my Singapore passport from overseas?

Yes, at Singapore embassies and high commissions abroad. Same 35 × 45 mm photo spec. ICA's online portal works internationally — photo upload from anywhere.

Are smiles allowed?

No. Neutral expression with closed mouth is required. ICA's biometric scanner is one of the most sensitive in Asia.

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