Kuwait photo requirements

Kuwait photo requirements are set by Ministry of Interior, General Department of Citizenship and Travel Documents (via Kuwait Government Online, e.gov.kw). We publish 1 document: 1 passport. The most common print size is 40 x 50 mm (1.57 in x 1.97 in); 1 document accepts a digital upload. Each page quotes the official rule for size, head height, background and file, links the source we read, and shows the date we last checked it (most recently 2026-10-10).

Passports

Kuwaiti Passport Photo (4 x 5 cm, blue background, within 6 months)For the photo handed in with a first-time Kuwaiti passport application at a General Department of Citizenship and Travel Documents service centre, by Kuwaiti citizens (the legal representative applies for children). Not for a renewal filed through a different route, the Civil ID, a Kuwait visa or a residence permit.40 x 50 mmThe photo should have a blue background to be in contrast to your faceverified 2026-10-10

Authorities and portals

Passport authority: Ministry of Interior, General Department of Citizenship and Travel Documents (via Kuwait Government Online, e.gov.kw)
Sources we read: Kuwait Government Online (e.gov.kw) for the Ministry of Interior, 'Issuing Passport (First Time)' - online passport photo requirements and specifications

We are an independent service, not a government website. Applying for a passport or visa is done with your government; we only prepare the photo.