Saudi Arabia Passport, Visa, and ID Photo Guide
Find official photo sizes, head height rules, and submission methods for all major Saudi Arabian identity documents.
Overview of Saudi Identity Documents
Applying for official Saudi documents requires specific photo sizes depending on the paper or application you submit. This page covers the Saudi Umrah and Hajj visa photo[1], the Saudi passport photo (40×60 mm)[2], and the Saudi national ID photo (35×45 mm)[3]. You also need correct pictures for the Saudi driving licence photo (40×60 mm)[4] and the Saudi residence permit (iqama) photo (35×45 mm)[5].
Additional documents include the Saudi tourist eVisa photo (35×45 mm)[6], the Saudi visitor visa photo (50.8×50.8 mm)[7], the Saudi citizenship application photo (40×60 mm)[8], and the Saudi firearms licence photo (40×60 mm)[9]. Each application has its own rules for dimensions and whether you need a printed copy or a digital file. You can use the tool above to prepare your pictures easily.
Passport and ID Photo Rules
The Saudi passport photo (40×60 mm) requires an official size of 40×60 mm, but the head height is not set[2]. Both digital and printed submissions are accepted for passports[2].
For the Saudi national ID photo (35×45 mm), the size is 35×45 mm, which is a common size with no single official size, and the head height is not set[3]. You can submit either printed or digital versions for your ID[3].
The Saudi residence permit (iqama) photo (35×45 mm) also uses the common size of 35×45 mm with no head height set, and you can submit via both digital and printed formats[5].
Visa Photo Guidelines
The Saudi Umrah and Hajj visa photo uses a common size of 50.8×50.8 mm[1]. For this specific visa photo, the head height must be between 35 and 40 mm[1]. You can submit this photo through both digital and printed methods[1].
The listed common size for a Saudi tourist eVisa photo is 35×45 mm, with no head-height measurement set; submission is digital[6]. The Saudi visitor visa photo has an official size of 50.8×50.8 mm, with no head-height measurement set; submission is both printed and digital[7].
Licence and Citizenship Photo Rules
The Saudi driving licence photo (40×60 mm) has an official size of 40×60 mm with no head height set, and it must be submitted as a printed copy[4].
The Saudi firearms licence photo (40×60 mm) follows the official size of 40×60 mm with no head height set, and it also requires a printed submission[9].
The Saudi citizenship application photo (40×60 mm) uses a common size of 40×60 mm with no head height set, and you must provide a printed copy[8].
Understanding Official Submissions
Different Saudi authorities have unique rules about whether you need printed photos or digital files. For example, documents like the Saudi driving licence photo (40×60 mm) require printed formats[4].
The listed submission methods for passport, national ID, and iqama photos include both printed and digital formats[2][3][5]. Check your application instructions for how to submit the photo.
Practical Tips for Taking Your Photo
Stand facing a bright window to get even lighting on your face without harsh shadows. Keep the camera at your exact eye level and about one to one and a half meters away from your face.
Ask someone else to take the picture instead of holding the camera yourself. This keeps your posture straight and your face centered.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Saudi passport photo?
The official size for a Saudi passport photo is 40×60 mm, and the head height is not set[2].
Can I submit a digital photo for the Saudi tourist eVisa?
Yes, the Saudi tourist eVisa photo requires a digital submission at a size of 35×45 mm[6].
What is the head height requirement for the Hajj visa photo?
The head height for the Saudi Umrah and Hajj visa photo must be between 35 and 40 mm[1].
Are driving licence photos required to be printed?
Yes, the Saudi driving licence photo must be submitted as a printed copy at an official size of 40×60 mm[4].
What size is the Saudi residence permit photo?
The Saudi residence permit (iqama) photo uses a common size of 35×45 mm with no head height set[5].