600×600 px Rules checked Sep 30, 2026

India OCI photo: size and rules

A India OCI photo is 600×600 px. The head fills 49%–69% of the photo height. Plain light colour, not white. Glasses are allowed if there is no glare. Taken within the last 6 months. Take yours at home with PassportOwl: checked against every rule, accepted or your money back.

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India OCI photo requirements

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Photo size	200 × 200 to 1500 × 1500 pixels, square
Head size	49%–69% of the photo height, chin to top of head
Background	Plain light colour, not white
File	JPEG, 500 KB or less
Glasses	Allowed if there is no glare
Expression	Neutral, mouth closed, both eyes open
Head covering	Religious only; chin to forehead visible
Taken	In the last 6 months

Rules to know

Square, 200x200 to 1500x1500 px, JPEG, max 500 KB
Two matching 51x51 mm prints for the file
Coloured, unpatterned clothing, not white

Source: OCI application instructions - VFS Global USA (PDF) , Photo requirements for passport/visa/OCI - VFS Global USA (PDF) . Checked Sep 30, 2026. PassportOwl is not affiliated with any government.

Questions

What size is a India OCI photo?

600×600 px. The head fills 49%–69% of the photo height.

Can I use a US passport photo for my India OCI?

No. A US passport photo is 2 × 2 inches; the India OCI needs 600×600 px, with a different head size.

Can I take a India OCI photo at home?

Yes. Take it with your phone or webcam, or upload one. We crop it to 600×600 px, check it against every official rule and show you the result before you pay.

Is it guaranteed?

Yes. If the India OCI is turned down for a photo reason, we refund you in full and make you a new photo, free.

Can I wear glasses?

Glasses are allowed if there is no glare.

India OCI photo: size and rules

India OCI photo requirements

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