Resume Photo Size Guide (2026)
Resume photos are 2 × 2 inches (600 × 600 px at 300 DPI) for US and 35 × 45 mm (413 × 531 px at 300 DPI) for European CVs. LinkedIn profile photos are 400 × 400 px.
Resume photo standards differ by country. US and UK resumes typically don't include a photo. European, Latin American, and Asian CVs almost always do — and each region has its own preferred dimensions and crop convention.
Below are the standard sizes for the regions that expect a photo, plus the LinkedIn profile size for the on-screen version most recruiters see first.
Resume and CV photo dimensions by region
| Asset | Dimensions | Ratio | Format | Max size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LinkedIn Profile Photo | 400 × 400 | 1:1 | JPG / PNG | 8 MB |
| US Resume Photo (2 × 2 in) | 600 × 600 | 1:1 | JPG | 2 MB |
| European CV Photo (35 × 45 mm) | 413 × 531 | 35:45 | JPG | 2 MB |
| UK Passport-Style (45 × 35 mm) | 531 × 413 | 45:35 | JPG | 2 MB |
| Indian Resume Photo (35 × 45 mm) | 413 × 531 | 35:45 | JPG | 1 MB |
| Chinese Resume (1 inch / 25 × 35 mm) | 295 × 413 | 25:35 | JPG | 500 KB |
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Why resume photo size matters
A resume photo signals professionalism before the recruiter reads a single word. Off-size, low-resolution, or badly cropped headshots read as sloppy — the same way a formatting mistake would.
For countries where photos are expected, the local convention is specific: European CV photos are portrait 35 × 45 mm; UK passport-style is landscape 45 × 35 mm; Indian resumes typically expect 35 × 45 mm. Getting the crop wrong is more noticeable than getting the pixel count wrong.
Frequently asked questions
What size should a resume photo be?
A resume photo should be 2 × 2 inches (600 × 600 px at 300 DPI) for US resumes and 35 × 45 mm (413 × 531 px at 300 DPI) for European CVs. LinkedIn profile photos are 400 × 400 px.
Should I include a photo on my resume?
In the US, Canada, UK, and Australia, no — anti-discrimination guidance discourages photos on resumes. In most of Europe, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East, a photo is standard.
What resolution should a resume photo be?
300 DPI if the resume will be printed, 72 DPI if it will only be sent as a PDF or viewed on screen. When in doubt, export at 300 DPI — it works for both.
What file format is best for a resume photo?
JPG at quality 90+ for the smallest file size that still looks professional. PNG is fine but produces a larger file with no visible advantage for a headshot.
How should I crop a resume photo?
Head and shoulders only. Eyes on the upper third, small margin above the head, ending mid-chest. A neutral background (white, light grey, or soft blue) reads most professional.
Can I use my LinkedIn photo on my resume?
Yes — LinkedIn's 400 × 400 px photo is high enough resolution for on-screen resumes, but you'll want a 600 × 600 px version for print.