European Union (EU) Passport Photo Size Requirements
| Passport picture size | Width: 35 mm, Height: 45 mm |
| Resolution (DPI) | 600 |
| Background color | White |
| Printable photo | Yes |
| Digital photo for online submission | Yes |
| Digital photo size | Width: 826 pixels , Height: 1062 pixels |
| Photo Paper type | matte |
| Detailed requirements | The European Union passports issued by its 27 member states share a common design and passport photo size specification. Size: The size of the passport photo should be 35x45mm. This is the standard size accepted by all EU member states. Background: The background of the photo should be plain and light-colored, preferably white or off-white. Avoid patterns, shadows, or any other distracting elements in the background. Lighting: The photo should be well-lit, with no harsh shadows on the face or behind the subject. Ensure that your face is evenly lit and clearly visible. Pose and Expression: The subject should maintain a neutral facial expression, with both eyes open and looking directly at the camera. Keep your mouth closed and avoid smiling or frowning. Head Position: The subject's head should be centered within the frame, facing forward. The face should occupy approximately 70-80% of the photo's height. Framing: The photo should feature a close-up of the subject's face, from the top of the head to the shoulders. The subject's face should be centered within the frame, with equal spacing around the head. Clothing: Avoid wearing hats, head coverings, or sunglasses that obscure your facial features. Religious head coverings are allowed, as long as they do not cover the face. Resolution and Quality: The photo should be of high quality, with sharp focus and good contrast. It should be printed on high-quality photo paper, with no ink smudges or damage. Recentness: The photo should be taken within the last six months, ensuring that it accurately represents your current appearance. Digital Requirements: Some EU member states accept digital passport photos. If you choose to submit a digital photo, ensure that it meets the specific requirements of the country you are applying to. |
Why 123PassportPhoto?
- Save money: You don't need to pay so much for your passport photo. With 123PassportPhoto service, you can make your own passport photos and print it yourself.
- Save time: Just take a photo using digital camera, then upload and create passport photo with 3 steps. It takes less than 5 minutes to be ready for download.
- White background enhancement: Our premium feature can help you to adjust the photo so that you can get a white background passport photo. Most countries prefer white background passport photos.
- Ultra high resolution photo: 123PassportPhoto generates passport photos suitable for 600 dpi printing.
- We support 50+ countries such as USA, UK, Ireland, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, South Africa, Brazil, China, Singapore, Russia, Hong Kong, Netherlands, Argentina and more.
General Passport Photo Requirements
- Neutral facial expression: a. do not open mouth; b. open eyes.
- No glasses; No Hat.
- Don't cover eyebrows with hair.
Find more information on requirements and photo taking tips here.
How to Print Passport Photos Using Color Printer
- Download the 4R sheet with multiple photos.
- Check the requirements and use correct 4R photographic paper (matte, semi-matt or glossy paper).
- Print the 4R sheet with no margins. Make sure the 4R picture fit exactly on the 4R photo paper.
- Cut the 4R sheet along the gray lines and you will get multiple photos.
Steps to create passport photos
- Select country and ID photo type, and click Start.
- Upload photo. In order to correctly make passport photo, the picture size should be smaller than 10MB, and the dimensions should be smaller than 4000 x 3000 pixels. The system accepts only .JPG or .JPEG files. The Crop page opens when the photo is uploaded.
- Crop photo to the correct passport photo size dimension.
- If you need white background enhancement, select an enhancement.
- Click the Next button, you will get a printable passport picture which is suitable to be printed on 4R (4x6") photo paper.
- Save the 4R sheet and print it using a photo printer or print it at any photo center.
How to Take Baby Passport Photos
- Lay white or light color baby quilt or blanket in a bright room or other places with good lighting.
- Lay the baby on the quilt or blanket.
- Ensure baby is looking straight at the camera with eyes open, mouth closed and not smiling.
See more tips on taking baby passport photos here.
Passport Photo Size Requirements
- United States Passport Photos Size Requirements
- United Kingdom Passport Photsos Size Requirements
- Australia Passport Photos Size Requirements
Find passport photo requirements for more countries here.