🇫🇮Finland ID Card Photo for $1
Get a compliant 36 × 47 mm (1.4" × 1.9") photo in 2 minutes. Accepted or money back.
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements
We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
What You Get
Digital Photo
500×653px JPG
4×6 Print Sheet
6 photos included
We never see your photo
Unlike other services, our AI processes everything and never store your data. We don't know who you are and we also don't care who you are. We have only one mission is to help you easily create your id photo.
Privacy first
Finland ID Card Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 36 × 47 mm (1.4" × 1.9") |
| Digital size | 500 × 653 px |
| Background | Light grey background recommended. Face, hair and clothes must stand out clearly from background. |
| Head size | Face height 32-36mm from chin to top of head (not including hair) |
| Glasses | Allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| File format | JPEG |
| Max file size | 250 KB |
| Paper type | Glossy |
| Printable | Yes |
| Digital submission | Yes |
How It Works
Get your perfect id card photo in under 3 minutes
1. Take or upload a photo
Use any selfie or photo. No special setup needed — our AI handles the rest.
2. AI processes your photo
Background removal, perfect cropping, and compliance check — all automatic in seconds.
Common Reasons Photos Get Rejected
Glasses
Wrong head size
Wrong background
Shadow on face
Shadow on background
Glasses with reflections — Remove glasses or ensure no light reflects off lenses, as this is the most common rejection reason
Wrong background color — Use light grey background, not white. Face and clothes must contrast clearly with background
Incorrect face size — Face must measure 32-36mm from chin to top of head (excluding hair)
Face not centered — Head must be within 1.5mm of photo center line
Photo too old — Must be taken within last 6 months showing current appearance
Red-eye effect — Photos with red-eye will be rejected, use proper lighting or editing
Printing Your Photo
For mail-in applications, print your photo on 4×6 photo paper at any drugstore. Our download includes a print-ready template with multiple photos — you only need 2 for most applications.
Use glossy photo paper, not regular printer paper. When printing, select "actual size" or "no scaling" to ensure the photos are exactly 36 × 47 mm (1.4" × 1.9").
| Paper size | 4×6 inches |
| Paper type | Glossy photo paper |
| Print quality | 300 DPI minimum |
Digital Submission Requirements
For online applications, you'll upload a digital photo directly. Our tool exports photos that meet all digital requirements automatically.
| File format | JPEG |
| Dimensions | 500×653px |
| Max file size | 250 KB |
| Aspect ratio | Portrait (500:653) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a Finnish ID card photo?
Finnish ID card photos are 36x47mm (3.6x4.7cm). For online applications, the digital size must be exactly 500x653 pixels - even a single pixel deviation will be rejected.
Can I wear glasses in my Finnish ID photo?
Technically yes, but it's not recommended. Glasses often cause reflections and thick frames can cover facial features like eyebrows. The Finnish Police frequently reject photos with glasses. It's safest to remove them.
What background color is required for Finnish ID photos?
Light grey is the recommended background color, not white. The key is that your face, hair, and clothes must clearly contrast with the background. Since the laser-engraved ID photo is in greyscale, proper contrast is essential.
How is the Finnish ID photo different from US passport photos?
Finnish ID photos are 36x47mm (rectangular) vs US 2x2 inches (square). Finland requires light grey background vs white for US. Finland allows glasses (though not recommended) while US prohibits them entirely.
How do I submit my photo for a Finnish ID card?
Most Finnish photography studios send your photo directly to the police electronically. You'll receive a retrieval code via SMS or email to enter in your online application. You cannot download or use the photo file yourself.
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Related Documents
Official source: https://poliisi.fi/en/id-card-submitting-passport-photographs