Document Photo Guide

Germany passport photo size and biometric requirements

Create a Germany passport photo on iPhone with 35 x 45 mm biometric-style sizing, plain background guidance, face-framing checks, and export options.

Photo Specs

Passport photo size

  • Country: Germany
  • Document: Passport
  • Typical size: 35 x 45 mm
  • Recommended digital file: 413 x 531 px at 300 DPI or higher
  • Background: Plain light background
Review official requirement source

Requirements

Typical requirements to review

  • Photo size: 35 x 45 mm
  • Plain light background with no distracting shadows
  • Face centered, looking directly at the camera
  • Neutral expression and eyes open
  • Head height and eye line should follow biometric photo guidance
  • Review the latest German authority instructions before using the final photo

How To

How to create this photo on iPhone

  1. Choose the Germany passport preset.
  2. Use a sharp, recent, front-facing photo.
  3. Review head size, eye height, centering, top margin, background, and sharpness checks.
  4. Export a digital file, PDF, or print-ready layout.

Why This Tool

Why this page matches the app

IDPhoto Pro is designed for this workflow: choose a country or document preset, adjust the photo locally on iPhone, review checks like background and framing, then export a digital file or print-ready layout without using a cloud workflow.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What size is a German passport photo?

A common German passport photo size is 35 x 45 mm. Biometric photo rules can be strict, so check the latest official instruction.

Can IDPhoto Pro check biometric-style framing?

The app provides guidance for head size, eye height, centering, margins, background, and image quality before export.