Bahamas Passport Photo in the UK
51 × 51 mm · white background · Passport Office, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
£6.99 digital file
Wrong size, background or crop? We fix it free or refund you in full. Refund policy
Rules last checked against Passport Office, Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 23 October 2026.
About this photo
The Bahamas Passport photo accepted by the Passport Office, Ministry of Foreign Affairs is a 51 by 51 mm portrait. Behind you: plain white or off-white, lit evenly so no shadow falls on the face or the wall. A photo taken at home with a phone is fine provided it meets these rules; ask someone else to take it at eye level. The upload for ePassport Online Renewal (mofa.gov.bs) needs to be at least 1200 by 1200 pixels, as a JPEG. Head height from chin to crown is 25 to 35 mm. White or off-white background; wear dark or coloured clothing. Our service frames the Bahamas Passport photo to these measurements, cleans the background and checks it against the rules before any payment.
Photo requirements
| Photo size | 51 × 51 mm |
|---|---|
| Digital file | JPEG, at least 1200 × 1200 pixels, for ePassport Online Renewal (mofa.gov.bs) |
| Background | white, also accepted: off-white |
| Head size | 49–69% of the photo height (25–35 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 | 2 x 2 inch (51 x 51 mm) photo, 1200 x 1200 px for the online renewal; White or off-white background; wear dark or coloured clothing; Selfies are not accepted: ask someone else to take the photo at arm's length or further; Taken within the last 6 months |
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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 Bahamas Passport photos
What size is a Bahamas Passport photo?
Bahamas Passport photos are 51 × 51 mm. The head should fill 49–69% of the photo height (25–35 mm, chin to crown, top of head, including hair).
What background does a Bahamas Passport photo need?
A plain white background (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 a Bahamas Passport 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 a Bahamas Passport 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 a Bahamas Passport 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 Passport Office, Ministry of Foreign Affairs. PhotoPass ID sizes your photo and checks it against these rules before you pay.
What file does the online application need?
A digital photo file: JPEG, at least 1200 × 1200 pixels, for ePassport Online Renewal (mofa.gov.bs). Your download is prepared to these settings.
How much does a Bahamas Passport photo cost in the UK?
£6.99 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: Passport Office, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Read the rules on the authority's website: Passport Office, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (mofa.gov.bs).
Rules last checked against Passport Office, Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 23 October 2026.
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