United Nations Photo: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the technical specifications for the high-resolution digital photos?
Digital UN photos are in JPEG format with the following size and resolution: approximately 8" x 10" at 300 DPI.

How can I request high-resolution digital photos?
To request high-resolution photos, follow these steps:

Click on the photo you want.
Click on the "Please click here to request a high-resolution version of this photo" link below the photo. This will open your e-mail application with the UN Photo Library address and subject line already completed. Then enter the following information into the e-mail body: the desired photo number, your name, phone number, a short description of your research, and the intended use of photograph. If this link does not work for you, please e-mail photolibr@un.org with the above information.
You will receive an e-mail with instructions on how to download the photos.

To request UN photos that are not available on this web site, please contact the Photo Library.

How long does it take to receive the high resolution digital photos?
Requests are fulfilled in the order received.

Do I have to pay for the high-resolution digital photos?
The digital photos are available free of charge. However, fees are applicable, based on the intended use of photos. Click here for information on charges and fees.

How do I pay if there are charges?
Information on accepted payment methods is included in your order's invoice form. All order information can be accessed from Your Account.

What are UN photo reference numbers?
All UN photos are assigned unique identifying reference numbers. When requesting photos, users are asked to provide these photo reference numbers, if known.

How do I request a photo that is unavailable on the UN photo website?
Contact the Photo Library. Indicate photo reference number(s) if available, or give as much information as possible - dates, names, events, etc. to help the photo research process.

How do I report problems on the photo website?
Please report problems by contacting the Photo Library.

Do you provide UN Logos and UN Maps?
The Photo Library cannot provide UN logos and/or UN maps or issue permission for their use.
For information on UN logo see: http://www.un.org/depts/dhl/maplib/flag.html
For information on UN maps see: http://www.un.org/Depts/Cartographic/english/htmain.htm

Where do I find information regarding employment with the United Nations?
The Photo Library does not answer inquiries regarding employment with the United Nations. For vacancies at the UN, including in photo related fields, see http://myun.un.org/Galaxy/Release3/Login/login.aspx.

How do I contact the Photo Library?
UN Photo Library
Department of Public Information
Room S-805
United Nations
New York, NY 10017
Phone: 212-963-6927 or 212-963-0034
Fax: 212-963-1658
Click here to e-mail the Photo Library