Free UK Driver's Licence Photo Maker
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United Kingdom Driver's Licence Photo Requirements
| Size | 35×45 mm |
| Pixels (300 DPI) | 413×531 px |
| Background | Plain cream or light grey |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed |
| Eyes | Open and clearly visible |
Full Requirements Checklist
- ✓Size: 35×45 mm
- ✓Plain cream or light grey background
- ✓Neutral expression
- ✓Eyes open and clearly visible
- ✓No glasses
- ✓Taken within the last 6 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a UK Driver's Licence photo?
UK Driver's Licence photos must be 35×45mm with a plain cream or light grey background.
Can I wear glasses?
No. Biometric photo standards do not permit glasses.
Is my photo uploaded to your servers?
No. All processing happens in your browser. Your photo never leaves your device.
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About the Author
Elena Dev, Founder of IDPhotoSnap
Elena Dev is the sole operator of IDPhotoSnap. Her work involves auditing the official photo specifications of 100+ countries against issuing-authority sources (embassies, government portals, ICAO 9303) and translating those rules into a browser-only tool that runs entirely on the user's device. The full 276-format specification dataset is published as MIT open data on GitHub. Source verification methodology and corrections policy are documented on the editorial standards page. Every article is written and reviewed by Elena Dev. Corrections: elena@idphotosnap.com.
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