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Sri Lanka Passport Photo Size & Requirements

Sri Lanka passport photo requirements follow ICAO biometric standards but are enforced by Sri Lanka Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Passport & Consular Division. In this guide, you can confirm the exact 35×45 mm size, 413×531 pixel output at 300 DPI, the required light blue background, and the fastest way to prepare a compliant image before submitting your Sri Lanka passport application. A key local rule to remember is: Sri Lanka requires a 35×45 mm colour photo on a light blue background, corresponding to 413×531 pixels at 300 DPI in the digital upload.

Use ImageGates to resize your image to exactly 35×45 mm (413×531 px) with a light blue background. This guide also covers where applicants usually submit their documents, which local rules cause the most rejections, and which related country pages to compare before you apply.

Official Sri Lanka passport photo rules

Sri Lanka requires a 35×45 mm colour photo on a light blue background, corresponding to 413×531 pixels at 300 DPI in the digital upload.
Les retouches numériques lourdes (lissage de la peau, remodelage de la mâchoire, agrandissement des yeux) sont rejetées par le passe biométrique même lorsque le studio l'applique par défaut.
Sri Lanka Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Passport & Consular Division accepts photos taken within the last 6 months that accurately reflect your current appearance, including recent facial hair, glasses frames or hairstyle changes.
Two identical prints on photographic paper are used for the paper file, in addition to the digital upload used by the biometric enrolment system.

Common mistakes in Sri Lanka passport photos

Ordering an off-spec size — the international 35×45 mm default is not 35×45 mm used by Sri Lanka, and studios often print the wrong size unless the exact dimensions are stated in millimetres.
Porter un haut qui se fond dans l'arrière-plan au niveau des épaules – très courant dans les prises de vue en studio asiatiques utilisant un éclairage plat.
Uploading a photo whose background reads as close to but not exactly light blue once compressed — always verify the RGB values before submitting.
Submitting a photo older than 6 months even if you look the same — Sri Lanka Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Passport & Consular Division matches EXIF dates against the application date when available.

Passport vs visa photo differences in Sri Lanka

The passport photo in Sri Lanka is 35×45 mm, while the visa photo is 35×45 mm. The size is the same for both documents, but you should still verify the specific submission rules for the visa application. You can also compare the alternate document on the dedicated Page de photos du visa Sri Lanka.

Pays populaires

États-Unis Canada Royaume-Uni Inde Espace Schengen

Related countries

Inde (51×51 mm)Royaume-Uni (35×45 mm)Australie (35×45 mm)

Questions fréquentes

Where do I apply for a passport in Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka nationals apply through Sri Lanka Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Passport & Consular Division at the nearest passport office. Most centres now use live biometric capture in addition to any printed photo submitted with the paper form. Booking an appointment online first is standard practice and rarely optional.

Is a light blue background required in Sri Lanka passport photos?
Yes. Sri Lanka Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Passport & Consular Division requires a light blue background at the 35×45 mm print size. Substituting another colour or an off-light blue tone triggers rejection at the biometric pre-check even when the framing and lighting are otherwise correct.

Quelle est la taille officielle d'une photo d'identité pour le Sri Lanka ?
The official Sri Lanka passport photo size is 35×45 mm, which equals 413×531 pixels at 300 DPI.

What background is required for a Sri Lanka passport photo?
Sri Lanka passport photos require a light blue background with even lighting, no patterns, and no visible shadows.