India e-Visa Photo — Requirements & Free Square Resizer
The Indian e-Visa portal asks for a square JPEG photo, with height equal to width, between 10 KB and 1 MB. This free tool crops your photo square and resizes it to 600×600 px.
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India e-Visa photo requirements
| Shape | Square: height must equal width |
|---|---|
| File | JPEG, minimum 10 KB, maximum 1 MB |
| Head | Full head centred, from the top of the hair to the bottom of the chin |
| Background | Plain white or light-coloured, no borders, no shadows |
| Glasses | Not allowed ("without spectacles") |
| Expression | Full face, front view, eyes open |
Sources: Indian Visa Online: e-Visa. Rules change; always confirm with the official guidance before you submit.
Tips to avoid rejection
- Remove your glasses before taking the photo.
- Use a plain white or light wall and keep shadows off your face and the background.
- Minimum and maximum pixel sizes are not stated on the portal. A 600×600 px photo is a safe middle size.
Frequently asked questions
What size should my India e-Visa photo be?
Square (height equal to width), JPEG, between 10 KB and 1 MB. Our tool creates a 600×600 px JPEG.
Can I wear glasses in an India e-Visa photo?
No. The e-Visa instructions ask for a photo without spectacles.
What background does an India e-Visa photo need?
A plain white or light-coloured background, with no borders and no shadows.