What PhotoID handles
Guided capture, 4:6 portrait framing, background review, face-position checks, lighting review, and export preparation.
Saudi Absher National ID Photo Requirements
The Absher national ID renewal flow uses a 4:6 portrait proportion, a plain white background, and a recent colour photo. The uploaded file must be no larger than 1 MB and is checked automatically by Absher.
PhotoID can help capture and frame the portrait in the matching 2:3 proportion. It does not replace Absher's file-format checks or final acceptance decision.
Official proportion
4:6 portrait
Equivalent to a 2:3 portrait aspect ratio, not 640 x 480 pixels.
Upload limit
1 MB maximum
Confirm the current file encoding on Absher before uploading.
Prepare the 4:6 portrait in PhotoID
Use the Saudi Arabia ID Card preset as a framing and quality-review step before the official Absher upload.
- Capture inside PhotoID with a white background and even front lighting.
- Review face position, shadows, glare, and image clarity before export.
- Check the exported file against Absher's current encoding and 1 MB requirements.
Capture the portrait inside PhotoID
Keep the phone at eye level and use PhotoID's built-in camera. Face the lens directly with a neutral expression and keep the white background free from shadows.
Official Absher upload rules
Saudi Arabia's National Platform describes the renewal flow: upload a new personal photo, let Absher check it automatically, and adjust the crop against the on-screen sample when needed. The Absher service conditions remain the final reference.
Photo checklist
| Image proportion | 4:6 (2:3 portrait) |
|---|---|
| File size | No more than 1 MB |
| Background | Plain white |
| Photo age | Taken within the last 6 months |
| Pose | Face forward with clear, neutral features |
| Eyewear | Glasses and colour-changing contact lenses are not accepted |
| Editing | Computer-altered photos are not accepted |
What Absher decides
File-format compatibility, file-size compliance, identity matching, automated image validation, and final acceptance for the national ID service.
From guided capture to Absher review
Use the matching portrait proportion in PhotoID, review common issues, then verify the exported file against the official upload conditions.
Choose the Saudi ID preset
Start with the Saudi Arabia ID Card preset to use the 4:6 portrait proportion.
Capture inside PhotoID
Use the built-in camera with the phone level, the face forward, and even light.
Review common issues
Check the white background, face position, shadows, glare, and image clarity.
Verify before Absher upload
Export the portrait, then confirm the current Absher file type and 1 MB limit.
Related pages
Saudi national ID photo FAQ
What proportion does an Absher national ID photo use?
Absher lists image dimensions in multiples of 4 by 6, which is a 2:3 portrait proportion. The PhotoID Saudi ID preset uses the same portrait proportion for framing.
Is 640 x 480 the correct Absher national ID format?
No. A 640 x 480 image has a 4:3 landscape proportion and does not match the official 4:6 portrait rule. The old PhotoID URL for that format now redirects to this page.
Does PhotoID guarantee that Absher will accept the file?
No. PhotoID can help with capture, portrait framing, background, lighting, and quality review. Absher performs the final automated compliance check and may also enforce file encoding and size requirements.
How recent should the photo be?
The official Absher conditions say the photo should have been taken within the previous 6 months and should reflect the applicant's current appearance.
Can I wear glasses in the photo?
The Absher conditions say glasses are not accepted. The eyes must be open and clearly visible without glare, reflections, shadows, or red-eye.
Prepare a 4:6 Saudi ID portrait
Use guided capture and quality checks, then compare the result with the current Absher upload rules.
Absher performs the final file and acceptance checks.