Zambia e-Visa photo requirements
The Zambia e-Visa portal asks for a passport-size photo in JPEG, PNG or TIFF format. A 35 x 45 mm photo on a plain white background, front-facing with a neutral expression, is commonly reported as accepted.
| Photo size | 35 x 45 mm (1.38 x 1.77 in) |
|---|---|
| Digital size | 413 x 531 px |
| Resolution | 300 DPI |
| Head height (chin to crown) | Not published — check official source |
| Eye line from bottom | Not specified |
| Background | plain white |
| File format | JPEG |
| File size | No limit published |
| Background editing | Not offered; we crop and resize only |
| Last verified | 2026-10-18 (needs verification) |
Official source: eservices.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm
How to take your Zambia e-Visa photo
- Stand about 50 cm in front of a plain white wall, with nothing else in the background.
- Use soft, even light from the front (a window in daylight works well). Avoid shadows on your face and behind you.
- Have someone else take the photo from 1–2 m away with the camera at eye level. Avoid arm-length selfies.
- Look straight at the camera with a neutral expression, mouth closed and both eyes open.
- Remove glasses, hats and headphones unless the rules allow them (religious or medical exceptions vary).
- Leave space above your head and below your shoulders so the tool can crop to the exact size.
FAQ
- What size is a Zambia e-Visa photo in pixels?
- 413 x 531 px, JPEG, on a plain white background. The printed size is 35x45 mm (1.38x1.77 in).
- What size is the Zambia e-Visa photo?
- The portal only says passport size. Applicants report that 35 x 45 mm (and 2 x 2 in) on a plain white background was accepted for the e-Visa. Paper applications follow the rules of the mission you apply to.
- What file format does the Zambia e-Visa accept?
- JPEG, PNG or TIFF, according to the Department of Immigration portal. This tool produces a JPEG.
- Can I take my Zambia e-Visa photo with a phone?
- Usually yes, if the photo is sharp, evenly lit and taken from about 1–2 m away with the camera at eye level. Ask someone else to take it rather than using a selfie at arm's length, which distorts facial proportions.
- Will my photo be accepted?
- We format your photo to the published spec, but acceptance is decided by the issuing authority.
Official source
Requirements are published by the issuing authority at https://eservices.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm/. Last verified: 2026-10-18 — values still need verification against that page.
Disclaimer: We format your photo to the published spec; acceptance is decided by the issuing authority.