Hajj Photo Requirements 2026: The Complete Specification
Everything the Nusuk platform requires from your personal photo and passport scan, in one place. These are the technical rules applied to Hajj and Umrah applications — the same specification our tool outputs automatically. Bookmark this page; the rules are exact, and "almost right" is rejected.
Personal Photo Specification (200×200)
| Format | JPEG / JPG |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | Exactly 200 × 200 pixels |
| File size | Between 5 KB and 18 KB |
| Background | Pure white (#FFFFFF), no shadows or patterns |
| Face coverage | 70–80% of the frame, centered, facing forward |
| Expression | Neutral, both eyes open, no sunglasses |
| Recency | Taken within the last 6 months |
Passport Upload Specification (800×400)
| Content | Bio-data page only (photo + MRZ lines visible) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 800 × 400 pixels |
| Format | JPEG / JPG |
| Quality | All text legible, no glare, no fingers over the page |
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How to Prepare a Compliant Photo, Step by Step
- 1
Start from a good source photo
Face the camera straight on, in even light, with a neutral expression and both eyes open. No sunglasses or hats; religious head coverings are fine if the face is fully visible.
- 2
Crop to a 1:1 square around the head
The head should fill 70–80% of the frame, eyes in the upper third, with a small margin above the hair.
- 3
Replace the background with pure white
The checker expects #FFFFFF. Photographed walls read as grey — a digital replacement is the reliable way to pass.
- 4
Resize to exactly 200 × 200 pixels
Not 199, not 201. The dimension check is exact.
- 5
Export as JPEG between 5 KB and 18 KB
Compress until the file is inside the window while keeping the face sharp. This balance is the hardest step to do by hand — and the one our tool automates precisely.
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Fix My Photo NowFrequently Asked Questions
What are the official Hajj photo requirements for 2026?
A JPEG image, exactly 200 × 200 pixels, between 5 KB and 18 KB, on a pure white background, with your face taking up 70–80% of the frame, taken within the last 6 months. The same specification applies to Umrah applications on the Nusuk platform.
What size is the Nusuk passport upload?
The passport bio-data page scan should be a clear 800 × 400 pixel JPEG showing the full page including both MRZ lines.
Can I wear glasses in my Hajj photo?
Avoid them. Reflections on lenses commonly trigger rejection, and sunglasses are never allowed. If you must wear prescription glasses, ensure there is no glare and your eyes are clearly visible.
What should I wear for a Hajj photo?
Normal modest clothing against your skin tone works best — avoid white tops, which blend into the required white background. Women may wear hijab; the full face must remain visible from chin to forehead.