Official passport and ID photos have strict requirements — plain background, even lighting, neutral expression — that a casual photo rarely meets. ChatGPT can clean up an existing photo to match these requirements, and a free resizer tool can then handle the exact dimensions.
What Passport Photos Actually Require
Most passport and ID photo rules share the same basics: a plain white or light-colored background, no shadows on the face, a neutral expression, and the face centered and unobstructed. Indian passport photos, for example, typically require a 35x45mm size with a white background.
Prompts to Clean Up Your Photo
- "Turn this photo into a passport-style photo with a plain white background and even, shadow-free lighting."
- "Remove the background from this photo and replace it with a plain white background, keeping lighting natural."
- "Adjust this photo to have neutral, even lighting on the face with no harsh shadows, suitable for an ID photo."
- "Turn this into a formal ID-style photo with a light gray background and soft, even lighting."
- "Clean up this photo for a passport application — plain background, neutral expression, well-lit face."
Getting the Exact Passport Size
Once your photo looks right, it still needs to be the correct pixel and physical size — most passport applications reject photos that aren't exact. Use a free Image Resizer and select the built-in Indian Passport preset (35x45mm) or the US/International 2x2 inch preset, which sizes the photo precisely without cropping out any part of your face.
Things to Double-Check
Look closely for AI artifacts around the edges of the face or hair before submitting anywhere official — zoom in on the generated image first. Also confirm your specific application's exact background color requirement (some accept only pure white, others allow light gray or light blue).
Frequently Asked Questions
Are AI-generated passport photos accepted officially?
Acceptance depends on the issuing authority's specific rules — always check your country's passport office guidelines before submitting an AI-edited photo.
What background color does an Indian passport photo need?
Indian passport photos require a plain white background with no patterns or shadows.
Can I use the same process for visa photos?
Most visa photo requirements are similar to passport photos but can have different size or background rules depending on the country — check the specific requirement before resizing.