Iraq e-visa photo requirements (2 x 2 inch)

Iraq's e-visa wants a 2 x 2 inch (50.8 x 50.8 mm) photo, accepted as JPG, JPEG, or PNG, on a completely white background with no shadows or texture. The head, measured chin to hairline, should fill 30 to 36 mm of that frame (70-80%), with a neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open, and the photo taken within the last 6 months.

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The spec

2 x 2 inches square, plain white background with nothing else in frame, and your head filling 70-80% of the height. Iraq's portal is unusually flexible on file type, accepting JPG, JPEG, or PNG where most e-visa systems only take JPG or JPEG, but the background rule is strict: off-white, cream, or grey tones are called out specifically as unacceptable.

Biometric matching means the details count

Because the photo feeds a biometric comparison, an exaggerated expression, closed eyes, or a shadow across part of the face is more likely to cause a rejection here than on a photo that's just slightly the wrong size. Keep lighting even and your expression neutral.

Frequently asked questions

What file formats does the Iraq e-visa accept?

JPG, JPEG, or PNG, more formats than most e-visa portals accept.

Can the background be off-white for the Iraq e-visa?

No. The requirement specifically rules out off-white, cream, and grey; it must be completely white.

How old can the photo be?

No older than 6 months, and it should reflect your current appearance.

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