Nepal e-passport photo: size and rules
There is no photo size for you to prepare for the Nepal e-passport; the photo is captured for you.
Background and editing
The source asks for a white (under-5 print only) background. The source does not say whether the background may be edited.
Rules from the source
- Adults bring no photo; enrollment staff take it in real time.
- Children under 5: passport-size 35 mm by 45 mm, plain white, no border.
Can you make it at home?
No. The photo is taken live at the enrollment centre. Only newborns and children under 5 bring a printed photo.
Where to go instead
Ask the issuing office which photographers or booths it takes. PortraitPass does not make this photo, because a print or file made at home would be turned away.
Sources
- Frequently asked questions (Department of Passports, Nepal)Issuing authority. Checked 28 Sep 2026.
Rules change. Check the issuing authority’s current instructions before you apply.
Found a wrong or outdated number? Open an issue with the source link.
Common questions
What size is a Nepal e-passport photo?
There is no size to prepare. The photo is taken live at the enrollment centre. Only newborns and children under 5 bring a printed photo.
Can I take a Nepal e-passport photo at home?
No. The photo has to be made by the issuing authority or a provider it names.
What background does a Nepal e-passport photo need?
The source asks for a white (under-5 print only) background.
What are the main rules for a Nepal e-passport photo?
Adults bring no photo; enrollment staff take it in real time. Children under 5: passport-size 35 mm by 45 mm, plain white, no border.
Where do the Nepal e-passport numbers come from?
From the issuing authority’s own pages: Frequently asked questions (Department of Passports, Nepal). Last checked 28 Sep 2026.