Printing passport or ID photos does not need to be complicated or expensive.
If you already have a suitable passport style photo, the next step is arranging it correctly on a printable sheet so it can be printed at home or at a photo lab.
This guide shows how to turn one passport photo into properly spaced A4 and 4x6 print layouts using a simple browser based tool.
What is a passport photo layout?
A passport photo layout is a printable sheet that contains multiple copies of the same passport or ID photo.
Instead of printing one photo at a time, the layout:
- Places several identical photos on one page
- Uses correct spacing and margins
- Matches standard paper sizes like A4 or 4x6
- Maintains print quality at 300 DPI
This is exactly what photo labs do behind the scenes.
Why layout matters for passport and ID photos
Many passport and visa rejections happen because of print issues, not the photo itself.
Common problems include:
- Incorrect photo size
- Poor print resolution
- Cropped edges
- Wrong paper dimensions
- Photos printed too large or too small
Using a proper layout avoids these mistakes and ensures your photos are evenly sized and centered.
What you need before you start
Before creating a layout, make sure you have:
- A clear passport style photo
- A plain background
- Neutral expression and correct head position
- The required photo size for your country or document
Common sizes include:
- 35 × 45 mm
- 2 × 2 inches
Always check official requirements before printing.
How the Passport Photo Layout Tool works
The Passport and ID Photo Layout Tool lets you take a single photo and turn it into printable sheets in just a few steps.
You can:
- Upload JPG, PNG, or HEIC photos
- Crop the image to exact passport dimensions
- Choose millimeters, centimeters, or inches
- Preview both A4 and 4x6 layouts
- Download JPG, PDF, or ZIP files
- Print at home or at a photo lab
Everything runs locally in your browser. No uploads and no accounts.
Step by step: creating a passport photo print sheet
1. Upload your photo
Choose a clear passport style image from your device.
HEIC photos from iPhones are automatically converted to JPG inside your browser.
2. Set the photo size
Enter the required width and height using:
- Millimeters
- Centimeters
- Inches
The crop area automatically adjusts to match the correct aspect ratio.
3. Crop the photo accurately
Use the built in crop tool to:
- Center your face
- Avoid cutting off the head or chin
- Match the required framing
The tool also shows an estimated print DPI so you can check quality before printing.
4. Preview A4 and 4x6 layouts
Once cropped, preview:
- An A4 sheet with up to 12 photos
- A 4x6 sheet with up to 6 photos
The tool automatically centers and spaces each photo for clean printing.
5. Download and print
Download:
- A4 JPG
- A4 PDF
- 4x6 JPG
- Or a ZIP with everything included
You can print at home or take the files to a photo lab.
Common mistakes to avoid
These issues often cause poor results:
- Using a low resolution image
- Guessing photo dimensions
- Stretching instead of cropping
- Printing without previewing the layout
- Ignoring DPI warnings
The preview step helps catch most problems before printing.
Who this tool is for
This tool is ideal if you are:
- Applying for a passport or visa
- Printing ID photos at home
- Preparing photos for multiple documents
- Using a local photo lab
- Working with international size requirements
It saves time, money, and repeat print attempts.
When to crop before layout
If your photo is not already passport ready, crop it first.
You can use the dedicated crop tool to prepare your image before creating print sheets.
Use our Passport Photo Crop Tool:
Crop your passport photo
Create your passport photo layout
You can build printable A4 and 4x6 passport photo sheets directly in your browser.
Use our Passport Photo Layout Tool:
Create passport photo print sheets
Everything stays on your device, and nothing is uploaded.