No. 42 — Passport and ID photos

Passport size photo (35 × 45 mm)

The 35 × 45 mm photo is the most common passport size in the world: most European countries, many in Latin America, Asia and Africa, and many visa applications use it.

Drag the photo and zoom: the top of the head goes on the upper line, the chin on the lower one and the face inside the oval.

Size35 × 45 mm
Digital file827 × 1063 px · JPG
Head (chin to crown)32–36 mm (71–80 %)
BackgroundPlain and light (white or light grey)
Official sourceicao.int

How to use it

  1. Upload a front-facing photo against a light background.
  2. Fit your head inside the oval.
  3. Tap “Create photos” and download the sheet with 8 copies.
  4. Print it at 100% and cut it out.

How it should look

Face straight on and centered, with the head taking up 70% to 80% of the height (32 to 36 mm). Plain, even light background, good lighting, no shadows or glare. Neutral expression and eyes open.

Questions and answers

Is “passport size” the same everywhere?

Not always. The United States, for example, uses 2 × 2 in. If your document needs another size, type it in the passport photo maker.

Can I use it for a national ID card?

Only if the application asks for 35 × 45 mm. In many countries the office takes the photo on the spot; check your country’s rules.

Are my photos uploaded to a server?

No. Everything is processed inside your browser, on your own phone or computer. Your photos never leave your device and nobody else can see them.

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