Bangladesh Passport Photo Requirements 2026: Size, Format & Guide

Bangladesh Passport Photo Requirements 2026

Applying for a Bangladesh Machine Readable Passport (MRP) or e-Passport requires photographs that comply with the Department of Immigration & Passports (DIP) specifications. Incorrect photos are one of the leading causes of passport application delays at DIP offices and Police Verification Centers.

This guide covers every requirement for Bangladesh passport photos in 2026.

Bangladesh Passport Photo Specifications

For DIP Office Submission (Printed Photos)

| Parameter | Requirement | |-----------|-------------| | Print size | 35mm × 45mm | | Background | White only | | Head size | 70–80% of frame height | | Photo finish | Glossy or semi-matt | | Color | Color (not black & white) | | Recency | Taken within last 6 months | | Quantity | 2 copies required |

For Online Application (Digital Upload)

| Parameter | Requirement | |-----------|-------------| | Format | JPEG (.jpg) | | File size | 20KB to 100KB | | Dimensions | 300×300 pixels | | Background | White | | Aspect ratio | 1:1 (square) |

The Bangladesh Passport Digital Photo Standard

Bangladesh uses the same 300×300px, 20–100KB JPEG standard for passport photos as for government exam registrations. This consistent standard makes it easier to use the same tool for all submissions.

The Bangladesh Govt Exam preset on SizeSnap is configured for exactly these specifications and works perfectly for passport applications too.

How to Prepare Your Bangladesh Passport Photo

Using SizeSnap's Bangladesh Preset

1. Visit SizeSnap's Bangladesh Exam page
2. Upload your photo
3. Click the Bangladesh Govt Exam preset — it applies:
   • 300×300 pixels
   • ~75KB target (safely in 20–100KB range)
   • JPEG format
   • Center crop for square composition
4. Download your passport-ready photo

Manual Custom Resize

1. Go to SizeSnap
2. Upload your photo
3. Custom Resize: Width 300, Height 300
4. Enable Center Crop
5. Format: JPEG
6. Target size: 75KB
7. Process and download

Bangladesh Passport Photo Face Requirements

Mandatory Requirements

• Full face visible — forehead, both ears (or implied), chin to top of head
• Neutral expression — eyes open, looking directly at camera
• No glasses — strongly recommended for biometric compatibility
• No hat or headwear — except for genuine religious reasons
• For women wearing hijab: full face (forehead to chin) must be clearly visible

Background Requirements

• White background only — must be plain, no textures or patterns
• No shadows on the background
• No objects or furniture visible behind the subject

Lighting

• Evenly lit — no shadows on face
• No red-eye
• No harsh reflections or glare

Bangladesh e-Passport Photo Requirements

Bangladesh began issuing biometric e-Passports in 2020. The e-Passport uses a chip embedded with your biometric data, including your facial image. Requirements for e-Passport photos are stricter:

• Biometric quality: Face must be clearly centered with proper proportions
• No glasses: Strictly required for e-Passport biometric enrollment
• Neutral expression: Slight smiling is discouraged for biometric data
• Same digital and printed dimensions as MRP

Common Bangladesh Passport Photo Errors

Error 1: Colored Background

Using a light blue, cream, or grey background causes rejection. Must be white only.

Error 2: File Size Outside Range

The DIP portal enforces 20–100KB strictly. Most smartphone photos are 2–10MB — way outside this range. Always compress using SizeSnap before uploading.

Error 3: Photo Not Square

35×45mm is a portrait ratio for printed photos, but the digital upload standard is 300×300 (square). When preparing digital uploads for passport applications, use the 300×300 square format.

Error 4: Old Photo

Photos must be taken within the last 6 months. The DIP verifies recency through visual comparison.

Error 5: Wearing Glasses

While not explicitly prohibited in all cases, glasses create issues with biometric facial recognition. The DIP strongly recommends — and many offices require — glasses-free photos.

MRP vs e-Passport: Are Photo Requirements Different?

| Feature | MRP Passport | e-Passport | |---------|-------------|-----------| | Dimensions | 300×300px digital | 300×300px digital | | Print size | 35×45mm | 35×45mm | | Background | White | White | | Glasses | Not recommended | Not allowed | | Expression | Neutral | Strictly neutral | | Biometric chip | No | Yes |

The biometric chip in e-Passports requires higher facial recognition quality. While the pixel dimensions are the same, e-Passport photos should be of higher photographic quality.

Bangladesh Passport Photo vs Government Exam Photo

| Application | Dimensions | File Size | Format | |-------------|-----------|-----------|--------| | MRP/e-Passport | 300×300px | 20–100KB | JPEG | | SSC Registration | 300×300px | 50–100KB | JPEG | | BCS Exam | 300×300px | 50–100KB | JPEG | | Voter ID | 300×300px | 20–100KB | JPEG | | NID Application | 300×300px | 20–100KB | JPEG |

Bangladesh government has standardized the 300×300px, JPEG format across virtually all applications. One well-prepared photo works for multiple submissions.

Renewing Your Bangladesh Passport: Photo Requirements

For passport renewal, all photo requirements remain the same. Additional considerations:

• Your new photo must look like your current appearance (current hair color, no significant weight changes without updated photo)
• Cannot reuse photo from the expiring passport
• If your appearance has changed significantly, bring a recent photo matching your current look

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the correct size for Bangladesh passport photos? A: For digital upload: 300×300 pixels, JPEG, 20–100KB. For printed submission: 35×45mm on glossy photo paper, 2 copies. Use SizeSnap's Bangladesh tool for automatic digital sizing.

Q: What background color do I need for Bangladesh passport photos? A: White only. Plain, uniformly white background with no shadows or patterns. This applies to both digital uploads and printed photos.

Q: Can I wear glasses in my Bangladesh passport photo? A: For MRP passports, it's strongly discouraged. For e-Passports, glasses are not allowed. Remove glasses for all passport applications.

Q: How many photos do I need for a Bangladesh passport application? A: 2 printed photos (35×45mm) plus 1 digital photo (300×300px, 20–100KB) for online application submission.

Q: How do I compress my photo to under 100KB for the DIP portal? A: Upload to SizeSnap, set target to 75KB, format JPEG, dimensions 300×300. Download and submit. Process takes under 10 seconds.

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