Can the OCI photo background be pure white?

It's recommended to use a plain light-colored background rather than pure white — check your VFS/consulate's current instructions since this can vary slightly by location.

OCI Card Photo (51 x 51mm)

OCI card photos must be 51 x 51mm (2 x 2 inch) and square, with the head covering 70-80% of the frame (25-33mm chin to crown). Unlike a US passport photo, the OCI background should be plain and light-colored rather than pure white. Crop your photo to size below, then print a ready sheet.

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OCI Card Photo Requirements to Know

Background should be plain and light-colored, not pure white
Head height: 25-33mm from chin to crown (about 70-80% of photo height)
Photo should be recent (within the last 6 months)
For online OCI portal uploads you need a separate digital JPEG (200-900px square, under 200KB) — use the Image Resizer and Image Compressor tools for that file

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the OCI photo background be pure white?: It's recommended to use a plain light-colored background rather than pure white — check your VFS/consulate's current instructions since this can vary slightly by location.