Hong Kong · Immigration Department, Hong Kong SAR · Verified October 22, 2026
Hong Kong Passport Photo (Online) — at least 1200×1600 px, under 5 MB, Make It in Seconds
- at least 1200×1600 px
- under 5 MB
- JPG
- Plain white
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Everything on this page is set to the official Hong Kong Passport Photo (Online) specification from Immigration Department, Hong Kong SAR. For citizens of Hong Kong applying or renewing.
Hong Kong Passport Photo (Online) requirements
| Document | HKSAR passport — online or app application |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Immigration Department, Hong Kong SAR (Hong Kong) |
| Pixels | min 1200 × 1600 |
| Aspect ratio | 4:5 |
| File size | under 5 MB |
| Format | JPG |
| Background colour | Plain white |
| Head height | 64–72% of photo height |
| Colour | Colour photo required |
| Submitted as | Digital upload |
The rules in plain words
- JPEG of at least 1200 × 1600 pixels (camera) — or a 600 dpi scan of a 40 × 50 mm print — no larger than 5 MB.
- Same composition as the printed photo: head 32–36 mm of a 50 mm frame, plain white background.
How to take a Hong Kong Passport Photo at home
- 1Stand about half a metre in front of a plain white wall. Distance from the wall stops shadows behind your head.
- 2Face a window or soft light so both sides of your face are evenly lit — no harsh overhead light.
- 3Ask someone to hold the camera at your eye level, 1–1.5 m away. Selfies at arm's length make noses look bigger and get rejected.
- 4Look straight at the lens with a neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open, hair away from your eyes.
- 5Drop the photo here and download the result — it is ready to upload.
Questions people ask
What size is a Hong Kong Passport Photo?
Immigration Department, Hong Kong SAR requires at least 1200×1600 px, with a file size under 5 MB. ExactFit sizes your photo to exactly this and shows a checklist so you can confirm before you submit.
How big should my head be in the photo?
Measured from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head (including hair), your head must take up 64–72% of the photo height. The tool detects your face and crops to land inside this range automatically.
What background colour is required?
Plain white, plain and without shadows or patterns. If your wall isn't plain, ExactFit can replace the background on your device.
Can I take a Hong Kong Passport Photo with my phone?
Yes. Have someone else take it at eye level from about 1–1.5 m away with light in front of you. iPhone HEIC files work directly.
Is my photo uploaded anywhere?
No. All processing — face detection, cropping, background and compression — runs inside your browser. Your photo never leaves your device.
Will my photo be accepted?
ExactFit checks every measurable requirement against the official rules, but the final decision is made by Immigration Department, Hong Kong SAR. Follow the checklist and the official guidance linked on this page.
Official source
Last verified against the official source: October 22, 2026
ExactFit is not affiliated with any government. Requirements can change; always confirm with the official source. No guarantee of acceptance.
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