Iran Electronic Visa Photo Requirements and Size Guide
When you apply for an Iran electronic visa, you must upload a digital passport-style photo. Use this guide and the tool above to prepare your image correctly.
Official Size and Format
The cited regulation lists a new 3 by 4 centimeter photo for passport applications[1]. It does not specify a photo size for electronic visa applications.
You submit your application through Iran's e-visa system[2]. The cited regulation lists a new, full-face photo for passport applications[1], but it does not specify photo requirements for an e-visa application.
Background and Lighting
The consular regulation specifies a light background[1]. It does not publish a pixel dimension or file-size limit for the online photo[1].
To get a clean background, stand in front of a plain wall in your home. Face a window for soft, even light, and ask someone else to take the picture instead of stretching your arm for a selfie. Bright overhead lights can cast dark shadows under your nose and chin, so natural light from the front works best to keep your face evenly lit.
Taking the photo at home
Set up your camera or phone at eye level to avoid looking up or down at the lens. Stand about one to one and a half meters away from the camera.
Keep your shoulders square and look into the lens. Step away from the wall to reduce shadows. Use a tripod or ask someone to hold the camera steady.
Checking your photo
Look closely at your picture on a computer or phone screen before you upload it. Make sure your entire head and face are fully visible from the top of your hair to your chin.
Check that your eyes are visible and looking at the camera. If hair covers your eyes or your mouth is open, take another picture.
Glasses and Headwear Rules
The cited regulation says passport photos must be taken without glasses[1]. It does not state whether glasses are allowed in an e-visa photo.
The cited regulation says passport photos must be taken without a hat[1]. It does not specify headwear rules for e-visa photos.
Rules for Infants and Children
The cited regulation lists a standard 3 by 4 centimeter photo instruction for passport applications[1]. It does not give a separate infant rule or specify e-visa photo requirements.
If you take a photo of a baby, lay them on a plain light sheet or blanket. Make sure the baby faces the camera with eyes open and mouth closed, and keep your hands out of the frame. Babies can be unpredictable, so take multiple shots to get a clear view of the face without any distractions in the background.
Preparing Your Photo with the Tool
If you use the tool above, crop your photo to 30 by 40 millimeters. Keep the camera at eye level, about one to one and a half meters away.
The cited regulation specifies a light background for passport photos[1]. It does not provide a head-height or file-size limit for e-visa photos.
Common Reasons Photos Get Refused
The cited regulation specifies a light background for passport photos[1].
The cited regulation lists a new photo without glasses or a hat for passport applications[1]. It does not list reasons an e-visa photo may be refused.
Frequently asked questions
What is the correct size for an Iran electronic visa photo?
The cited regulation lists a 3 by 4 centimeter photo for passport applications[1]. It does not specify a photo size for e-visas.
Can I wear glasses in my Iran e-visa photo?
The cited regulation says passport photos must be taken without glasses[1]. It does not state whether glasses are allowed in an e-visa photo.
Are head coverings permitted?
The cited regulation says passport photos must be taken without a hat and requires women to observe full Islamic hijab[1]. It does not specify headwear rules for e-visa photos.
What background color do I need?
The cited regulation specifies a light background for passport photos[1].
How do I upload the photo?
You submit an application through Iran's e-visa system[2]. The cited sources do not confirm that the photo is uploaded directly through the system.
Can I use a selfie for my visa photo?
It is best to have someone else take your picture or use a tripod. Stretching your arm for a selfie can distort your face and make the framing uneven.