🇮🇸Iceland 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
600×600px 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
Iceland ID Card Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8") |
| Background | Plain white or light gray background with no shadows or patterns |
| Head size | Head height from chin to crown should be between 31mm and 36mm |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| File format | JPEG |
| 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
Wearing glasses — Glasses are not allowed unless you have a signed doctor's statement for medical necessity, and even then they must not cause glare or hide your eyes
Wrong background — Background must be plain white or light gray with no shadows, patterns, or objects visible behind you
Incorrect head size — Head height from chin to crown must measure between 31mm and 36mm when printed at 35x45mm
Photo too old — Must be taken within the last 6 months and reflect your current appearance
Non-neutral expression — You must have a neutral facial expression with mouth closed and both eyes open
Digital alterations — Any retouching, filters, or AI modifications to the photo will cause rejection
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 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8").
| Paper size | 4×6 inches |
| Paper type | Glossy photo paper |
| Print quality | 300 DPI minimum |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is an Iceland ID card photo?
The photo must be 35x45mm (3.5x4.5cm). This is the standard European biometric photo size, the same dimensions used for Icelandic passports.
Can I wear glasses in my Iceland ID card photo?
No. You should remove glasses for the photo. If you cannot remove them due to a medical condition, you need a signed doctor's note, and the glasses must not cause glare or hide your eyes.
What background color is required?
A plain white or light gray background with no shadows, patterns, or objects. The background must be uniform so your facial features are clearly distinguishable.
How does the Iceland ID photo compare to other European ID photos?
Iceland uses the standard European biometric photo format of 35x45mm, so the size is the same as most EU/EEA countries. Since 2024, Iceland issues the world's first portrait-oriented ID card under new ICAO 9303 standards.
Can I use my ID card photo for travel?
Yes. Iceland issues two versions of the nafnskírteini: one for domestic use only and one that serves as a travel document within the EEA, EU, and Nordic countries.
Ready to create your id card photo?
Compliant photo in 2 minutes. Only $1.
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Related Documents
Official source: https://www.skra.is/english/people/passport-and-id-card/id-card/