5 x 5 cm is used for square ID photos and some visa applications. At 300 DPI it works out to 591 x 591 pixels. Upload your photo below, position the crop box over your head and shoulders, and download a correctly sized image.
| 72 DPI | 142 x 142 pixels (screen only) |
|---|---|
| 150 DPI | 295 x 295 pixels |
| 300 DPI | 591 x 591 pixels (recommended for print) |
| 600 DPI | 1181 x 1181 pixels |
ID photo rules are usually written in centimetres while upload forms expect pixels, which is where most rejections come from. Converting 5 x 5 cm to 591 x 591 pixels at 300 DPI satisfies both the printed measurement and the digital upload in one file.
At 300 DPI 5 x 5 cm is 591 x 591 pixels. At 600 DPI it doubles to 1181 x 1181 pixels.
It is used for square ID photos and some visa applications. Always check the exact requirement on the form you are completing, since rules vary by country and authority.