🇮🇸Iceland Passport 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 Passport Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8") |
| Background | White |
| Head size | 31mm to 36mm from chin to top of head |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| 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
Wearing glasses — Glasses are not permitted unless you provide a doctor's note confirming medical necessity
Wrong background color — Background must be plain white with no shadows, patterns, or textures
Incorrect head size — Head must measure 31mm to 36mm from chin to crown when printed
Photo too old — Must be taken within the last 6 months and reflect your current appearance
Digital retouching — Any alterations, filters, or retouching of the photo will cause rejection
Uneven lighting — Harsh shadows, glare, or reflections on the face are not acceptable
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 Icelandic passport photo?
Icelandic passport photos must be 35x45mm (3.5x4.5cm), the standard biometric photo size used across Schengen countries. This is taller and narrower than the US 2x2 inch (51x51mm) format.
Can I wear glasses in my Iceland passport photo?
No. Glasses must be removed for your passport photo. The only exception is if you have a signed doctor's note confirming you cannot remove them for medical reasons. Reflections and frames obscuring facial features are a common reason for rejection.
What background color is required for an Icelandic passport photo?
A plain white background is required. The background must be free of shadows, patterns, or any other markings.
Can I take my own Iceland passport photo or must it be done at the District Commissioner's office?
For passport applications within Iceland, you typically attend a photo appointment at the District Commissioner's office where your photo is taken on-site. However, you can prepare a compliant photo in advance to verify your appearance meets requirements.
Are head coverings allowed in Icelandic passport photos?
Head coverings are only permitted for religious or medical reasons. You must provide a signed statement confirming the headwear is part of recognized traditional religious attire worn continuously in public, or a signed doctor's statement for medical purposes. Your full face must remain visible.
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Related Documents
Official source: https://island.is/en/applying-for-a-passport