Iqama / Residence Permit photo

Printed size

40 × 60 mm

Digital file

472 × 709 px at 300 dpi

Head height (chin to crown)

50%–75% of photo height (typical)

Background

Plain white

General rules

• Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible
• Face the camera directly — no tilt or turned head
• No glasses (unless medically required, where the document allows it)
• No hats; religious or medical head coverings are allowed if the face is fully visible
• Even lighting — no shadows on the face or background
• Taken recently (UK: within the last month)