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South Africa Visa Photo Size

Most South Africa visa applications ask for the same photo specification as the South Africa passport: exactly 35×45 mm at 300 DPI, light grey or plain cream, saved as JPEG. This tool fits and checks your photo against that shared specification — always confirm the exact requirement on your specific visa form, since some visa categories occasionally differ from the passport standard.

Reference data, not legal advice. Head size, background color, lighting, and expression aren't checked automatically; that needs face-detection features this build doesn't include yet.

South Africa visa photo requirements
Photo size35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in)
Size in pixels413 × 531 px at 300 DPI
Print resolution300 DPI minimum
Head height29–34 mm chin to crown
BackgroundLight grey or plain cream
Max file sizeNo limit published in this reference set
File formatJPEG
SourceCommonly cited — verify. Commonly cited 35×45 mm ICAO-style size — confirm against Department of Home Affairs (DHA) guidance; some DHA offices capture the photo digitally in person instead of requiring a printed photo.

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Only helps if your background is already one plain color (e.g. a wall) — this is color-distance math, not real subject cutout, so it won't do anything useful against busy or textured backgrounds.

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How to make a South Africa visa photo

  1. South Africa is already selected above — check the requirements table matches what you need.
  2. Tap the upload box and choose a photo. You'll crop it to the exact 35×45 mm ratio next.
  3. Adjust the crop, then review the automated checks — aspect ratio, resolution, format, and file size.
  4. Download the fitted photo, or scroll down to generate a printable sheet (4R, A4, Letter) if you need physical prints.

Frequently asked questions

What size does a South Africa visa photo need to be?

exactly 35×45 mm at 300 DPI, light grey or plain cream, saved as JPEG. See the requirements table above for the full breakdown.

What is the South Africa visa photo size in pixels?

413×531 pixels at 300 DPI (35×45 mm). The tool sets this automatically from the DPI you choose.

What background does South Africa require?

Light grey or plain cream. Photograph against a plain wall or sheet in that color for the best result — the "flatten background to white" option in the tool can help clean up a close-but-not-perfect background too.

Can I use a phone photo for my South Africa visa application?

Yes, as long as it's well-lit, in focus, and shot against a plain background you can crop tightly around.

Is there a file size limit for a South Africa visa photo?

No published file size limit is listed for South Africa in this reference set — check the destination site directly if your application enforces one.

How confident are you in this data?

Marked "commonly cited — verify" rather than "widely documented" in the requirements table above. Commonly cited 35×45 mm ICAO-style size — confirm against Department of Home Affairs (DHA) guidance; some DHA offices capture the photo digitally in person instead of requiring a printed photo.

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