Indonesia passport photo size & requirements
Indonesian passport photos must be shot on a RED background — the single detail that trips up applicants who reuse a white-background photo from another country's requirements.
Official requirements
| Issuing authority | Direktorat Jenderal Imigrasi |
|---|---|
| Print size | 51×51 mm (2×2 in) |
| Pixel size | 600×600 px |
| Background | Red |
| Digital file size | No strict digital limit published — export at full quality |
| Format | JPEG, no borders, neutral expression |
Common reasons Indonesia passport photos get rejected
- ✕Background is white, cream or blue instead of the required solid red.
- ✕Red background is uneven or has a visible shadow, making it read as maroon/brown in print.
- ✕Photo is rectangular instead of the required square 2×2 inch crop.
- ✕Wearing a headscarf pinned in a way that obscures the oval of the face — the face outline itself must stay fully visible.
How to get it right in under a minute
- 1
Upload or take a photo
A phone selfie against any plain, evenly lit wall — the tool works out the crop and background.
- 2
Line up to the guides
Drag and zoom until your head sits between the crown and chin lines for Indonesia's 51×51 mm (2×2 in) spec.
- 3
Download, compliant
Exported at exactly 600×600 px — ready to upload or print.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my Indonesian passport photo need a red background?
Indonesia's Directorate General of Immigration specifically requires a plain red backdrop for passport applications — a white or blue background will be rejected.
What is the required photo size for an Indonesian passport?
51×51 mm, equivalent to 2×2 inches, submitted as a square photo — not the rectangular 35×45 mm used for many other SEA passports.
Can I wear a jilbab (headscarf) in the photo?
Yes, religious headwear is permitted as long as the full oval of the face — from the bottom of the chin to the top of the forehead — remains visible.
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