Emirates ID photo (43x55 mm)
Emirates ID applications use the same ICP photo as the residence visa: 43 × 55 mm, white background. Free, no sign-up, no watermark.
1Choose country and photo size
2Add your photo
Or drop a photo here. Face the camera in front of a plain light wall, no glasses.
3Adjust
Replaces the background and cleans the edges around your hair. Hold Compare on the photo to see the difference.
4Check
- Checks appear after you add a photo.
5Download
Digital photo
For online applications.
Print sheet
Print at 100% scale. A 4×6 in sheet prints at any photo kiosk or pharmacy.
Emirates ID photo requirements
- Size: 43 × 55 mm.
- Head from chin to crown: 31–44 mm.
- Background: white, plain, no shadows or patterns.
- Digital file: 1016 × 1300 px, JPEG.
- 43 × 55 mm, white background.
- Same photo as your residence visa application.
- No glasses; face fully visible.
Checked in October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with ICP – Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security before you apply.
How to take a photo that gets accepted
- Stand about 1 m (3–4 ft) in front of a plain white or light wall, facing a window for soft, even light.
- Ask someone to take the photo at eye level from about 1.2 m (4 ft), or use a timer. Keep your shoulders in the frame.
- Look straight at the camera with a neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open.
- Remove glasses, hats and headphones. Religious head coverings are usually allowed if your whole face is visible.
- Upload the photo, check the green head guides and the checklist, then download or print.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a Emirates ID photo?
43 × 55 mm, with the head 31–44 mm from chin to crown. Digital uploads: 1016 × 1300 px.
What background does a Emirates ID photo need?
A plain white background with no shadows. This tool can replace your background with white automatically.
Can I take this photo at home?
Yes. Use a plain light wall, soft daylight and a camera at eye level, then upload the photo here to crop and size it.
Is my photo uploaded anywhere?
No. Face detection, cropping and background removal run inside your browser. Your photo never leaves your device and we never see it.