Italy Passport Photo Requirements & Maker (35x45 mm)
Official Italy biometric passport photo standards: 35x45 mm, 31-36 mm face height, plain white background. Prepare ICAO compliant photos online.
Official Photo Specifications
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About Italy Passport Photo (35x45 mm) Requirements
Italian biometric passport photographs (fototessera) must conform to ICAO Doc 9303 standards and Polizia di Stato guidelines. Dimensions are 35 mm in width by 45 mm in height, with face height between 31 mm and 36 mm (approx. 70% to 80%).
The background must be solid white with uniform illumination, free from shadows, glare, or reflections.
Common Reasons for Rejection
Official document processing centres and digital verification algorithms frequently reject photographs due to the following non-compliance issues:
- 1
Face height below 31 mm or above 36 mm
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Background off-white, patterned, or showing shadows
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Direct flash reflections or heavy spectacle frames obscuring eye details
- 4
Mouth open or non-neutral facial expression
- 5
Hair or bangs covering eyebrows or eyes
- 6
Photos older than 6 months or printed on non-photographic paper
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the dimensions and official guidelines for an Italian passport photo?
- Italian passport photos must measure 35 mm wide by 45 mm high, with the face height from chin to top of head measuring strictly between 31 mm and 36 mm (70%–80% of photo height), centered, facing forward with neutral expression.
- How many photos are needed for an Italian passport application?
- When attending an appointment at the Questura or Consulate, you must submit two identical recent photographs (taken within the last 6 months) printed on high-quality photo paper.
- Can I wear glasses in an Italian passport photo?
- Yes, provided the lenses are completely transparent without tint or flash reflections, and the frames are thin and do not obscure any part of your eyes or eyebrows. To avoid rejection risk, taking the photo without glasses is recommended.
- What background and lighting are required for Italian passport photos?
- A solid, uniform pure white background is mandatory, without any shadows or gradients. Lighting must be even across both sides of the face with no flash hot-spots or shadows.
- What facial expression and posture are expected for Italian passport photos?
- The applicant must face the camera directly with a straight head. The facial expression must be strictly neutral, eyes open looking directly into the lens, and mouth closed without smiling.
- Can children or babies have toys or hands visible in their Italian passport photo?
- No. Children and infants must appear alone with eyes open, mouth closed, and no toys, pacifiers, or supporting hands visible in the frame.
- Can I create and print an Italian passport photo online for free?
- Yes! Our browser-based tool allows you to upload any photo, automatically crops it to the 35x45 mm standard with exact biometric proportions, converts the background to pure white, and generates a printable A4 sheet or JPEG file for free.