Free Indonesia Passport Photo Maker
Use our free AI maker to snap and generate a compliant Indonesia Passport photo. Exact 51x51mm (2x2 in) dimensions with a red background at 300 DPI.
Requirements Summary
Dimensions
51 x 51 mm
2 x 2 inches
Resolution
300 DPI
Min 602x602px
Background
Red
Head Size
70% — 80%
of photo height
Eye Position
56%
from bottom
Official Requirements
- Photo must be 2x2 inches (51x51mm)
- Plain red background (required for Indonesian passports)
- Face from chin to crown must cover 70-80% of photo
- Head straight and centered, not tilted or rotated
- Neutral expression, mouth closed, no smiling or showing teeth
- Both eyes open and clearly visible
- No glasses
- No head coverings (except religious reasons)
- No uniforms; regular street clothes required
- Taken within the last 6 months
Apply officially
Once your photo is ready, submit your application via the official Indonesia government portal.
Open official portal ↗Frequently Asked Questions
Why does an Indonesian passport photo need a red background?
Indonesia's Directorate General of Immigration (Direktorat Jenderal Imigrasi) requires a red background to make Indonesian passport photos visually distinct and harder to fake. Red is unique among major countries — almost no other country uses it. The exact shade is fully saturated red (#FF0000), not orange or pink.
What size is an Indonesian passport photo?
An Indonesian passport photo is 2×2 inches (51×51 mm) — square format, the same size as a U.S. passport photo but with the unique red background. The face from chin to crown must occupy 70–80% of the photo height.
How do I get a red background passport photo?
Most Indonesian photo studios have red backdrops specifically for passport photos — ask for "foto paspor" and they'll set it up automatically. Outside Indonesia: format the photo with AI background removal and replace the background with pure red (#FF0000). Photo studios abroad rarely have red backdrops.
Can I wear glasses or a uniform in an Indonesian passport photo?
No to both. Indonesian Imigrasi rules prohibit eyeglasses (since 2019) and uniforms — applicants must wear regular street clothes. Religious head coverings (hijab, kopiah) are allowed but must not cover the face.
How recent must an Indonesian passport photo be?
Within the last 6 months. The Indonesian Directorate General of Immigration checks for recent likeness — outdated photos are rejected at the application appointment.
Where can I get an Indonesian passport renewed?
Inside Indonesia: Kantor Imigrasi (immigration offices) in every major city — book online via the M-Paspor app. Outside Indonesia: Indonesian embassies and consulates worldwide. The 51×51 mm red-background photo spec is identical at both. Bring 2 printed copies.
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Pro Tips
- Use natural, even lighting
- Keep a neutral expression
- Look directly into the lens
- Remove glasses and hats
