EU Settlement Scheme Photo in Australia
35 × 45 mm · white background · UKVI
$9.99 digital file
Wrong size, background or crop? We fix it free or refund you in full. Refund policy
Rules last checked against UKVI on 25 October 2026.
About this photo
An EU Settlement Scheme photo for the UKVI is 35 by 45 mm when printed. The background must be plain white or light grey or off-white, evenly lit and free of shadows. Your head, chin to crown, should measure 32 to 36 mm on the print. This one is still a paper process, which means printed photos and no online upload. The UKVI takes your photo at the counter when you apply, so a photo of your own is usually not needed for this document. The UK Immigration ID Check app scans your face and takes the photo in the app; no existing file can be uploaded. Upload your picture and we size it for the EU Settlement Scheme, replace the background and verify the proportions before checkout.
Photo requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Background | white, also accepted: light grey, off-white |
| Head size | 71–80% of the photo height (32–36 mm, chin to crown, top of head, including hair) |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open |
| Glasses | Allowed. No tinted lenses or sunglasses. No glare on the lenses. Frames must not cover any part of the eyes. |
| Head coverings | Allowed for religious or medical reasons. The whole face from chin to forehead must be visible. |
| Head position | Facing the camera, tilted no more than 10° |
| Other rules | The UK Immigration ID Check app scans your face and takes the photo in the app; no existing file can be uploaded; Neutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed, looking straight at the camera |
Do
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How it works
1. Take or upload a photo
Use your phone camera against a plain wall, or pick a photo you already have.
2. We size and check it
We crop to the right size, replace the background and check it against the rules above.
3. Download and use it
Pay once, then download the digital file and the print sheet straight away.
If our processing gets the size, background or crop wrong for this document, we fix it free or refund you in full. Final acceptance is always decided by the issuing authority.
Questions about EU Settlement Scheme photos
What size is an EU Settlement Scheme photo?
EU Settlement Scheme photos are 35 × 45 mm. The head should fill 71–80% of the photo height (32–36 mm, chin to crown, top of head, including hair).
What background does an EU Settlement Scheme photo need?
A plain white background (light grey, off-white is also accepted), with no shadows, patterns or objects. We replace the background for you, but a plain wall gives the cleanest edges around your hair.
Can I wear glasses in an EU Settlement Scheme photo?
Yes. No tinted lenses or sunglasses. No glare on the lenses. Frames must not cover any part of the eyes.
Can I smile in an EU Settlement Scheme photo?
No. Keep a neutral expression with your mouth closed and your eyes open.
Can I wear a head covering?
Allowed for religious or medical reasons. The whole face from chin to forehead must be visible.
Can I take an EU Settlement Scheme photo at home?
Usually, yes, as long as it meets the rules above. Check the instructions for your application route, because final acceptance is always decided by UKVI. PhotoPass ID sizes your photo and checks it against these rules before you pay.
How much does an EU Settlement Scheme photo cost in Australia?
$9.99 for the digital file, paid once. It includes a print-at-home sheet you can print at any photo shop.
What if something is wrong with my photo?
If our processing gets the size, background or crop wrong for this document, we fix it free or refund you in full. Final acceptance is always decided by the issuing authority.
Official source: UKVI
Read the rules on the authority's website: UKVI (gov.uk).
Rules last checked against UKVI on 25 October 2026.
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