Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa) photo size and requirements

A Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa) photo must be 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) on a plain light-coloured, no shadows background. Use the tool below to crop yours to the exact size.

Size: 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in)
Head size: 70–80% of the photo height
Background: plain light-coloured, no shadows
Glasses: allowed if eyes clearly visible; no tinted lenses or flash reflections; frames must not cover eyes even partly

Photo for

Choose a photo or drop it here · JPG, PNG or HEIC from your phone

🔒 Your photo is processed in your browser and never uploaded.

Your preview appears here.

Other rules for Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa) photos

Digital JPEG upload; 35x45 is stated as an aspect ratio, not a print size
Face takes up 70-80% of the photo; head centred, nose on symmetry line, top of head and top of shoulders shown
No frames/borders; neutral colours, natural skin tone, sharp focus
No more than 6 months old and reflecting current appearance
Alone in photo, no objects behind; full-face, head not tilted or turned
Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open, no hair across eyes
Uniform lighting, no shadows, flash reflections or red eye
Religious head covering allowed if face visible chin to top of forehead

Frequently asked questions

What size is a Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa) photo?

35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in).

What background is required for a Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa) photo?

A plain light-coloured, no shadows background, plain and without shadows or patterns.

How big should the head be in a Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa) photo?

The head should measure 70–80% of the photo height.

Can I wear glasses in a Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa) photo?

Allowed if eyes clearly visible; no tinted lenses or flash reflections; frames must not cover eyes even partly.

Other photo sizes

Source: official requirements. Not yet confirmed on an official source: minPx, maxPx, maxFileKb, eyeLine, paper consular visa photo spec (visa.kdmid.ru/mid.ru not readable without a browser). The consulate or passport office makes the final decision on whether a photo is accepted.