Philippines Photo for Travel Documents
35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) · Travel documents
For the best photo: a plain face, looking straight at the camera, even light with no shadows, and no glare on glasses. Stand in front of a plain light wall.
The official rules
From the government's own website, checked September 2026. Rules can change, so check the official page before you apply.
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) |
|---|---|
| Head size | No head size given by an official source. Our guide lines: 32–36 mm. |
| Background | White. |
| Expression | Straight frontal shot. Both ears and eyebrows visible. |
| Glasses | No eyeglasses or sunglasses, no coloured contacts. |
| Head coverings | None, except religious or medical scarves. |
| How recent | Taken within 6 months (Philippine Consulate General New York, visas). |
| Copies | Passport: none, the photo is taken on site. Visas: usually 1 photo, 3.5 × 4.5 cm. Some visas (for example New York immigrant visas) need 2 × 2 in. |
| Good to know | No glasses. Passport photos are taken at the DFA office; this size is for other documents. |
Common questions
What size is a philippines photo for travel documents?
35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in). No head size given by an official source.
What background do I need?
White.
Can I wear glasses?
No eyeglasses or sunglasses, no coloured contacts.
Can I smile?
Straight frontal shot. Both ears and eyebrows visible.
How recent must the photo be?
Taken within 6 months (Philippine Consulate General New York, visas).
Will my photo be accepted?
We can't promise that. The final decision is always made by the passport or visa office. This page follows their published rules, which we last checked in September 2026, so check the official page before you apply.