What size is a Nigerian passport photo?

Nigerian passport photos must be 35×45mm at 600 DPI (826×1063 px), plain white background, max 240KB, per NIS biometric requirements.

Can I use this for a Nigerian visa application?

Yes. Nigerian visa applications typically use the same 35×45mm standard.

Are glasses allowed in Nigerian passport photos?

No. The NIS does not accept glasses in passport photos.

Why does Nigeria require 600 DPI for passport photos?

The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) e-passport system uses high-resolution biometric scanning. The 600 DPI specification (approximately 827×1063 px for 35×45mm) retains more facial detail for the biometric chip. Most countries only require 300 DPI.

Is there a file size limit for the Nigerian e-passport portal?

Yes. The NIS portal caps photo uploads at 240KB. At 35×45mm and 600 DPI, a JPEG at around 50–60% quality meets both the DPI requirement and the 240KB file size cap. Use the compress tool after downloading if your file exceeds the limit.

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Nigerian passport photos must be 35×45mm at 600 DPI with a plain white background, as required by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). This free tool crops and resizes your photo to meet NIS biometric requirements — entirely on your device.

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Photo Requirements

Size: 35×45mm
Resolution: 600 DPI (826×1063 px)
File size: max 240KB
Background: plain white
Full face visible, neutral expression
No glasses, no headwear (except religious)
Photo taken within the last 6 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

What size is a Nigerian passport photo?: Nigerian passport photos must be 35×45mm at 600 DPI (826×1063 px), plain white background, max 240KB, per NIS biometric requirements.
Can I use this for a Nigerian visa application?: Yes. Nigerian visa applications typically use the same 35×45mm standard.
Are glasses allowed in Nigerian passport photos?: No. The NIS does not accept glasses in passport photos.
Why does Nigeria require 600 DPI for passport photos?: The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) e-passport system uses high-resolution biometric scanning. The 600 DPI specification (approximately 827×1063 px for 35×45mm) retains more facial detail for the biometric chip. Most countries only require 300 DPI.
Is there a file size limit for the Nigerian e-passport portal?: Yes. The NIS portal caps photo uploads at 240KB. At 35×45mm and 600 DPI, a JPEG at around 50–60% quality meets both the DPI requirement and the 240KB file size cap. Use the compress tool after downloading if your file exceeds the limit.

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