🇫🇮Finland Passport 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 Passport Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 36 × 47 mm (1.4" × 1.9") |
| Digital size | 500 × 653 px |
| Background | Light Grey |
| Head size | 32-36mm from chin to top of head (not including hair) |
| Glasses | Not 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 passport 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
Wrong background color — Finland requires a light grey background, not white or colored
Incorrect head size — Face must measure 32-36mm from chin to top of head (not hair)
Wearing glasses — Glasses are not allowed unless you provide a doctor's note for medical necessity
Photo too old — Must be taken within the last 6 months showing current appearance
Wrong dimensions — Must be exactly 36x47mm (Finland uses a unique size, not standard European)
Digital size error — Electronic submissions must be exactly 500x653 pixels, no deviation allowed
Shadows or uneven lighting — Background must be plain and even with no shadows
Eyes or forehead obscured — Face must be fully visible with no hair covering forehead or eyes
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 passport photo?
Finnish passport photos are 36x47mm, which is unique to Finland. Most European countries use 35x45mm, but Finland has its own slightly larger format. Digital submissions must be exactly 500x653 pixels.
What background color is required for Finnish passport photos?
Finland requires a light grey background, not white. This is different from many countries like the US that require white backgrounds. The grey should be plain and even with no shadows or patterns.
Can I wear glasses in my Finnish passport photo?
No. Glasses are not permitted in Finnish passport photos. If you have a medical condition requiring glasses, you must provide a signed doctor's note explaining why you cannot remove them for the photo.
How do I submit my passport photo in Finland?
Most photography studios in Finland send your photo directly to the police electronically. You'll receive a text message or email with a retrieval code to enter in your online passport application. Alternatively, you can upload an approved digital photo yourself.
Why is Finnish passport photo size different from other countries?
Finland uses 36x47mm while most countries use 35x45mm (biometric) or 2x2 inches (US). The slightly larger Finnish format provides more facial detail. Make sure you use the correct Finnish dimensions, not a standard European size.
Can I take my own Finnish passport photo at home?
While technically possible, the Finnish Police recommend using professional photographers. Photos taken by non-professionals are often rejected due to incorrect lighting, wrong background color, or digital quality issues. Studios also handle the electronic submission automatically.
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Related Documents
Official source: https://poliisi.fi/en/submitting-passport-photographs