High-intent answer

what size is a kenya passport photo

For a Kenya passport photo you need 50×50 mm on plain white, with the face centred and about 70–80% of the frame. You can shoot and crop it to spec on your iPhone with Snapport.

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Short answer

A Kenya passport photo must be 50×50 mm on plain white, with the face centred and about 70–80% of the frame. Aim for at least 591×591 px, a neutral expression, even lighting and no shadows behind you. Kenyan passport photos are square (50×50 mm).

Snapport lets you take the photo at home, auto-remove the background to a compliant colour, and crop to the exact 50×50 mm frame so it prints or uploads correctly — no photo-booth trip. Always confirm the current official requirement before you submit.

What to look for before choosing

  • Exact output size: 50×50 mm (a wrong crop is the #1 rejection reason).
  • Background: plain white with no shadows.
  • Head/face sizing: the face centred and about 70–80% of the frame.
  • Neutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed, no glasses glare or head covering.
  • Recent, full-colour photo at high resolution; verify the latest official rules before submitting.

A practical decision process

  1. Stand against a plain, evenly lit wall in natural light.
  2. Frame head-on and take the shot with Snapport.
  3. Auto-replace the background with plain white.
  4. Crop to the 50×50 mm template with the face sized correctly.
  5. Export at full resolution to print or upload to the application.

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Where Snapport fits

Snapport is a strong fit when you want a compliant Kenya passport photo without a studio visit — it handles the 50×50 mm crop and background for you.

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FAQ

What size is a Kenya passport photo?

50×50 mm on plain white, with the face centred and about 70–80% of the frame.

Can I take it myself on my phone?

Yes — Snapport guides framing, fixes the background and crops to the exact size so a self-taken photo can still meet the spec.

Will it be accepted?

It meets the published measurements, but requirements can change, so always check the current official guidance before you submit.