Saudi Arabia Visa Photo Size and Requirements
Saudi Arabia visa photos are 51 × 51 mm (2 × 2 in) on a white background. The head height should be 70–80% of photo height. Glasses are allowed only if you need them, with clear lenses and no glare. The photo must be taken within the last 6 months.
Upload a photo and Auto Generate sizes it to these rules. Try it free; pay only to download the finished photo.
At a glance
| Photo size | 51 × 51 mm (2 × 2 in) |
|---|---|
| Background | White |
| Glasses | Only if needed: clear lenses, no glare |
| Print resolution | 300 dpi or more |
| e-Visa application | JPEG, 200 × 200 px, up to 100 KB. Your purchase includes a file made to this. |
Official requirements
- Plain white background, no shadows
- Head height 70–80% of photo height; face and shoulders visible
- Ears visible
- Eyes open, looking directly at camera
- Taken within last 6 months
- eVisa upload: 200×200 px, 5–100 KB
How it works
- Upload a clear, front-facing photo against a plain wall.
- Choose Saudi Arabia Visa and press Auto Generate: the photo is cropped and sized to the rules above.
- Review the compliance check, then download the photo and a printable sheet.
Source: visa.visitsaudi.com. Last checked 15 October 2026.
The office that issues your passport or visa decides whether to accept a photo. Rules change, so check the official page before you apply.