🇳🇱Netherlands 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
413×531px 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
Netherlands Passport Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8") |
| Digital size | 413 × 531 px |
| Background | Light grey, light blue, or white background; plain, uniform, single color |
| Head size | Face length 26-30mm from chin to crown (ages 11+), face width 16-20mm |
| Glasses | Allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| Paper type | Glossy or Matte |
| 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 photo size — Must be exactly 35×45mm, not the US 2×2 inch format
Wrong head size — Face length must be 26-30mm from chin to crown for adults
Non-uniform background — Background must be light grey, light blue, or white with no shadows or patterns
Eyes not visible — Eyes must be fully visible with no shadows, reflections, or obstructions
Photo too old — Must be taken within the last 6 months
Head not centered — Face must be centered and fully visible in the frame
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 | 413×531px |
| Aspect ratio | Portrait (7:9) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a Dutch passport photo?
35×45mm (3.5×4.5cm). This is the standard European biometric format, different from the US 2×2 inch size.
Can I wear glasses in my Dutch passport photo?
Yes, but only if your eyes are fully visible, the lenses are transparent with no tinted or reflective coating, and there is no glare or shadows from the frames.
What background color is required for Dutch passport photos?
Light grey, light blue, or white. The background must be plain, uniform, and a single color with no shadows or patterns.
Is a Dutch passport photo the same as a Schengen visa photo?
Yes, both use the same 35×45mm biometric format. The requirements for face size and background are also similar.
What is the minimum resolution for digital Dutch passport photos?
Digital photos must have a minimum resolution of 400 dpi. The image must be sharp with sufficient contrast and detail.
Ready to create your passport photo?
Compliant photo in 2 minutes. Only $1.
or drag and drop your photo here
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Related Documents
Official source: https://www.government.nl/topics/identification-documents/requirements-for-photos