ID Card

Specifications

FAQ

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1.Photo basics & quality▼

• Final print size for this preset: 36:47 (36 × 47 mm).
• Finland passport requirements was changed after 21 August 2006. In the new requirements, a digital passport photo will be stored in the chip of biometric passports to be used for automatic face recognition. The passport photo must be compliant to the requirements:
• 1. Photo can be in color of monochrome;
• 4. The subject in the photo should look straight to the camera.
• 7. Photo must be sharp and in focus and the photo must be printed on high-quality photograph paper.
• Always confirm the latest rules with the official issuing authority or online application portal before you submit.
• Dimensions for this preset: 36 × 47 mm (36:47 (36 × 47 mm)).
• Suggested print resolution: 600 DPI (confirm with your issuer).
• Typical digital dimensions when specified: 500 × 653 px (confirm upload requirements).
• A printable physical photo may be required for this document type (when applicable).
• Online submission with a digital file may be required (check the current application flow).
• Photo paper when printing: matte.

2.Pose & expression▼

• 6. Neutral expression with mouth closed and both eyes open. Forehead should be visible.
• Head size in frame: Head must be between 70 to 80 % of the photograph from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head

3.Attire & accessoriesInternational standards▼

• Everyday clothing; no uniform or uniform-like outfit unless your issuer allows it.
• Follow official rules for glasses, hats, and religious or medical head coverings—many passport programs require removing glasses.
• Keep the face unobstructed (hair off the eyes unless your authority says otherwise).

4.Lighting & background▼

• 5. No shadows on the face and background. No red eye. Photo must not be overexposed or underexposed.
• Background (summary): White — plain and evenly lit unless your issuer specifies a different tone.

5.Children & infants▼

• 2. Photo size must be 47mm high and 36mm wide. The distance of top of head without hair and chin should be 32-36mm. Child under 11 years old can have smaller head size, but should be at least 25mm.
• 3. Photo background should be plain. For child passport photo, there should be other objects or people in the photo.

Visual guide

Illustrative reference photos served from a third-party CDN. Use only as informal guidance; follow your official instructions.

How to make this photo

1. 1.Step 1: Use a digital camera or a smartphone

   • —Find someone to take the photo for you and selfie photo is not acceptable for passport photo application. If you have a tripod, use it. A tripod will make it easier to keep the camera steady and level. The distance of the person to the camera should be around 1 meter.

2. 2.Step 2: Find a venue with good lighting

   • —When taking photo, you should face the light, such as a nice bright window or the door. This can provide even lighting to avoid shadows on the face and background. The face must be evenly lit. There should be no shadows and glares on the face.
   • —Note: A simple wall is fine; you can tidy or replace the background while editing.

3. 3.Step 3: Wear properly for your passport photo

   • —Do not wear uniforms. Wear regular street clothes in your photo.
   • —Do not wear eyeglasses. If you wear glasses, sunglasses, or tinted glasses, take them off for your passport photo.
   • —Your face must still be fully visible. Don’t let your hair drape over your face and obscure your eyes. If you have very long bangs that cover your eyebrows, you should pin them back with bobby pins. It’s best if your ears show, as well, but that won’t cause your photo to be rejected.
   • —No hats are allowed in passport photos unless it is religious headgear such as a headscarf or yarmulke that you wear every day.

4. 4.Step 4: Pose for a passport

   • —Look straight towards the camera with face straight on. Head should not be tilted or rotated.
   • —Both ears showing or both edges of the face visible if hair covers the ears.
   • —Shoulders should be visible, and there should be enough space around the head for cropping the photo.
   • —Position the camera in the same height as the head.

5. 5.Step 5: Have a neutral facial expression

   • —You can smile in your passport photos, but the government prefers that you have a neutral facial expression.
   • —Smiling or having your mouth open is usually not acceptable, especially under the new international passport rules.
   • —Online Passport Photo Generator