Netherlands Passport / ID card Photo Maker — 35×45 mm | Free, No Upload

Netherlands Passport / ID card photo requirements

Printed size	35×45 mm
Head height (chin to crown (van kin tot kruin), age 11 and older)	26–30 mm
Background	Lichtgrijs, lichtblauw of wit; egaal; eenkleurig; geen kleurverloop; voldoende contrast tussen hoofd en achtergrond (light grey, light blue or white; even, single colour, no gradient, enough contrast with the head)
Glasses	allowed: eyes fully visible, lenses fully transparent, frame/lenses must not cover eyes, no disturbing reflection or shadow; remove glasses if reflection cannot be avoided
Photos needed	1

Official rules to follow

Colour photo, max 6 months old, not edited, not a copy
Printed on high-quality smooth photo paper, minimum 400 dpi
Head fully shown and centred; only very large hair volume may be cropped
Head and shoulders straight to camera, eyes on a horizontal line, no tilt
Neutral expression, mouth closed, look straight into camera; no broad smile
Even lighting, no shadow in face or background, no reflections (skin, jewellery)
Head uncovered except religious/philosophical or medical reasons; covering must be plain, single-colour and contrast with background
Under 6: posture/expression criteria relaxed; any support must not be visible

Source: official requirements. Rules can change — always double-check before you submit.

How to make a Netherlands Passport / ID card photo online

Take a well-lit, front-facing photo against any plain wall.
Upload it above. We find your face, crop to 35×45 mm and set the correct background.
Check the head-size indicator, drag to fine-tune if needed, and download the digital photo or the printable 4×6 sheet.

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Frequently asked questions

What size is a Netherlands Passport / ID card photo?

35×45 mm, with the head measuring 26–30 mm from chin to top of head. Background: Lichtgrijs, lichtblauw of wit; egaal; eenkleurig; geen kleurverloop; voldoende contrast tussen hoofd en achtergrond (light grey, light blue or white; even, single colour, no gradient, enough contrast with the head).

Can I take my Netherlands Passport / ID card photo at home?

Yes. Stand facing a window for soft, even light, keep a neutral expression and have someone take the photo from about 1.2 m (4 ft) away at eye level. Upload it above — we crop it to the exact size and replace the background automatically.

How do I print it?

Download the 4×6 inch print sheet and order a standard 4×6 (10×15 cm) print at a pharmacy or photo kiosk. Make sure it prints at 100% size (no "fit to page"), then cut out the photos along the guide lines.

Is my photo uploaded?

No. Face detection and background removal run in your browser, so your photo never leaves your device.

Will my photo be accepted?

Our tool follows the official size and position rules, but acceptance also depends on lighting, focus and expression. Always check the latest official requirements on the issuing authority's website (linked above).