🇮🇪Ireland ID Card Photo for $1
Get a compliant 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8") 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
715×951px 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
Ireland ID Card Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8") |
| Digital size | 715 × 951 px |
| Background | Plain white, light grey, or cream background |
| Head size | Face must cover 70-80% of photo height (32-36mm from chin to crown) |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| File format | JPEG |
| Max file size | 9000 KB |
| Paper type | Glossy or Matte |
| 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
Wearing glasses — Glasses must be removed for Irish ID card and Public Services Card photos, unlike passport photos
Wrong photo size — Must be 35×45mm (minimum) to 38×50mm (maximum), the standard European biometric format
Non-plain background — Background must be plain white, light grey, or cream with no patterns or shadows
Photo too old — Must be taken within the last 6 months showing your current appearance
Face not fully visible — Hair covering eyes, head tilted, or face obscured will cause rejection
Wrong expression — Must have neutral expression with mouth closed, no smiling
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 or matte photo paper, not regular printer paper. When printing, select "actual size" or "no scaling" to ensure the photos are exactly 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8").
| Paper size | 4×6 inches |
| Paper type | Glossy or matte 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 | 715×951px |
| Max file size | 9000 KB |
| Aspect ratio | Portrait (715:951) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is an Irish ID card photo?
35×45mm (minimum) to 38×50mm (maximum). This is the standard European biometric format, the same size used for Irish passports and driving licences.
Can I wear glasses in my Irish ID card photo?
No. Unlike Irish passport photos where glasses may be allowed, you must remove glasses for Public Services Card (PSC) and ID card photos. This is a strict requirement.
What is a Public Services Card (PSC)?
The PSC is Ireland's national identity card used to access public services. It contains your photo and is linked to your PPS number. You need one to apply for many government services online.
Is the Irish ID photo the same as passport photo?
Almost. Both use the 35×45mm biometric format, but ID card photos require no glasses at all, while passport photos allow glasses if they don't cause glare or obstruct eyes.
What background is required for Irish ID photos?
Plain white, light grey, or cream background with no patterns, shadows, or objects visible. Ensure enough contrast between your clothing and the background.
Ready to create your id card photo?
Compliant photo in 2 minutes. Only $1.
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
Related Documents
Official source: https://www.dfa.ie/passports/photo-guidelines/