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How to Compress Images to 20KB for Passport and Job Portals
Updated 2026-02-18Verified Private
Many government and passport portals (like in India, Nigeria, or the UK) have a hard limit of 20KB for photos. This is extremely small for modern cameras.
Why is this needed?
If the file is 21KB, it will be rejected. Managing these limits manually in Photoshop is hard; Tulz makes it automatic.
!Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Upload your Photo
Use a clear, front-facing portrait for the best results.
2
Enter '20' as Target Size
We'll automatically calculate the best resolution and compression to stay under this limit.
3
Download and Upload
Your file is now guaranteed to pass the portal's size check.
Pro Tips
- •Start with a high-quality photo. The more data we have to work with, the better the tiny version will look.
- •If the image is still rejected, try reducing the dimensions (e.g., to 300x300 pixels) before compressing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why 20KB?
It's a standard limit for database storage in large-scale government systems.
Will my face still be recognizable?
Yes. Our engine uses 'content-aware' compression to keep the face clear while compressing the background and clothes more heavily.