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Iraq Passport Photo Checker
If you're applying for a Iraq passport, check the photo requirements before submitting. Our Iraq Passport Photo Checker compares your image with the listed dimensions and background guidance in your browser. Preview the result for free; the issuing authority makes the final decision.
Iraq uses the standard 35×45 mm passport photo format with a white background. Iraqi passports are issued by the Directorate of Nationality and Travel Documents. Photos must show a clear frontal view with a neutral expression. That detail matters — most consumer photo apps still ship with generic templates that ignore these specifics. Upload your image above and we'll measure dimensions, sample the background, run face detection, and tell you exactly what to fix before you submit.
Photo checking happens locally in your browser. Sharing or saving a result is a separate action you choose.
Official Iraq passport photo rules we check
- Required size: 35×45 mm (413×531 px at 300 DPI)
- Required background: White
- Issuing authority: Iraq General Directorate of Passports under the Ministry of Interior
- Print dimensions: 35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 inches)
- Digital size: 413×531 px at 300 DPI
- Background: White
Common Iraq passport rejection reasons
- Iraq-specific: Ordering an off-spec size — the international 35×45 mm default is not 35×45 mm used by Iraq, and studios often print the wrong size unless the exact dimensions are stated in millimetres.
- Iraq-specific: Ghutrah, keffiyeh or hijab worn low enough to shadow the eyebrows or partially cover the ears — the automated pass reads it as a face-obstruction failure.
- Iraq-specific: Uploading a photo whose background reads as off-white or cream once compressed — always verify the RGB values before submitting.
- Iraq-specific: Submitting a photo older than 6 months even if you look the same — Iraq General Directorate of Passports under the Ministry of Interior matches EXIF dates against the application date when available.
- Aspect ratio drifted from 35:45 after a careless crop
- Soft focus or motion blur from a handheld phone shot in low light
How to pass the checker
Crop precisely to 35×45 mm
Use our free image cropper to pull the exact 35:45 ratio. Position your eyes near the upper third of the frame and leave roughly 5 mm of headroom above the hair — the proportions Iraq General Directorate of Passports under the Ministry of Interior expects.
Re-shoot in flat, even lighting
Stand 1.5 m from a plain wall matching the required white background. Use two soft light sources (or window light through a thin curtain) on either side of your face to eliminate the shadow that triggers most Iraq rejections.
Replace the background if it's the wrong colour
If our checker flags the background, compare it with the selected specification (white). The background remover can help prepare another preview; confirm that edited photos are accepted by the authority.
Verify face coverage with the checker
Re-upload the corrected photo and compare the framing with the selected application's guidance. Requirements for head position can vary by application.
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Frequently asked questions
Where do I apply for a passport in Iraq?
Iraq nationals apply through Iraq General Directorate of Passports under the Ministry of Interior at the nearest passport office. Government service portals commonly handle the initial upload and appointment booking. Booking an appointment online first is standard practice and rarely optional.
Is a white background required in Iraq passport photos?
Yes. Iraq General Directorate of Passports under the Ministry of Interior requires a white background at the 35×45 mm print size. Substituting another colour or an off-white tone triggers rejection at the biometric pre-check even when the framing and lighting are otherwise correct.
What is the Iraq passport photo size in pixels?
413×531 pixels at 300 DPI. At 300 DPI that maps to the physical 35×45 mm print. If the online portal specifies a different pixel target, resize from a 300 DPI master file rather than re-cropping a smaller original.
How accurate is this Iraq passport photo checker?
Our checker reviews dimensions, aspect ratio, background, sharpness and face positioning with on-device detection where available. It cannot duplicate Iraq General Directorate of Passports under the Ministry of Interior's review or guarantee acceptance. Always check the official instructions for your application.
Does ImageGates upload my photo to a server?
No — every check runs entirely in your browser using WebAssembly. Your photo never leaves your device. That is unique among most online checkers and is why the tool also works offline once loaded.