Passport photo spec
Germany passport photo size & requirements (2026)
A German passport / ID photo is 35 × 45 mm (827 × 1063 px at 600 DPI). The head should fill 71–80% of the frame height, on a plain light background.
Size and requirements at a glance
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) |
|---|---|
| Required pixels | 827 × 1063 px at 600 DPI |
| Head height | 71–80% of the photo height |
| Background | Plain light background |
| Document type | Passport |
| Print sheet | 4 × 6 in and A4 sheets with cut guides |
Photo requirements
- 35 x 45 mm biometric format
- Head 32-36 mm (chin to top of head)
- Plain light background, no shadows
- Neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open and visible.
Before you print
eikoro exports the file at the resolution above and adds a 4 × 6 in or A4 print sheet with cut guides. Some authorities want a photographer's signature or stamp on the back of a physical print — if yours does, a home-printed sheet may not be enough. Check the official source before you print.
Official requirements: bmi.bund.de. Rules can change — confirm before you apply.
eikoro is an independent tool and is not affiliated with any government agency. This page summarises published guidance; the issuing authority makes the final decision. Spec data last reviewed 23 Oct 2026. Spotted a difference? Email support@eikoro.com.
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