Anguilla passport photo (35×45 mm)

Official Size and Requirements

The Anguilla Passport Office issues British Overseas Territory passports^[1]. It asks for passport-size photos but does not publish exact dimensions^[1][2]. A 35 by 45 mm (about 1.38 by 1.77 in) crop is common practice, not an official size.

Submit two recent passport-size photos with your application^[1]. They must have been taken within one month of submission^[1]. No official head-height measurement was found; 32–36 mm is common crop guidance.

Background and Lighting

Your photo must feature an off-white or light grey background specified by the Anguilla Passport Office^[1]. Do not use patterned backgrounds, textured walls, or dark colors behind you.

Stand facing a bright window to get even light across your face. Avoid harsh shadows on the wall behind you or under your chin. Good lighting helps the office clearly see your facial features and skin tone.

Taking the Photo at Home

You can take a photo at home with a camera or smartphone. For a more natural perspective, ask someone else to take it instead of using a close-up selfie.

Keep the camera at eye level and look toward the lens. No official expression or mouth-position rules were found.

Stand one to two meters away from the background to cut down on shadows. Have your helper step back and zoom in slightly to prevent facial distortion from a wide-angle lens.

Checking Your Photo

Before you print or submit your picture, check the framing carefully. Make sure your whole head and shoulders are clearly visible in the frame.

Look at the distance from your chin to the top of your head. If you use the common 35 by 45 mm crop, aim for a head height between 32 and 36 mm.

Printing Your Photos

The application requires two recent passport-size photos^[1]. The official page says they must be taken within one month of submission^[1].

You can arrange your cropped photo onto a standard four by six inch template sheet. Send that image file to a local photo kiosk or print shop. Cut out the printed photos carefully using scissors or a paper cutter along the crop lines.

Use matte or glossy photo paper of good quality. Avoid paper that is too thin, flimsy, or blurry, as the office needs a clear physical print.

Rules for Children and Infants

If you are applying for a minor, children under 16 use the child passport application^[1][2]. The official page lists two recent passport-size photographs for passport applications^[1][2].

For a baby or toddler, use the same off-white or light grey background as for other applicants. Ask the Passport Office about any specific guidance for photographing young children.

Common Reasons Photos Are Refused

The official sources do not specify photo dimensions or head height. They require two recent passport-size photos, taken within one month of submission^[1].

The official page requires the photos to be taken within one month of submission^[1]. It does not specify rules for hats or head coverings.

The official guidance requires recent photos taken within one month of submission and an off-white or light grey background^[1]. It does not state exact photo dimensions.