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35 x 45 mm 路 Updated 2026-05-04

France Passport Photo Requirements

Resize and check a french passport photo against measurable rules before you print, upload, or decide a fresh photo is safer.

France requires an identity photo that represents current appearance. Digital edits that change contrast, facial features, background color, or skin texture can make the photo unsafe for submission.
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At a glance

Printed size
35 x 45 mm
Metric size
35 x 45 mm
Digital note
Use the approved photo booth or professional e-photo route when required by the French application flow.
Background
Plain light-coloured background such as light blue or light grey; white background is prohibited by Service-Public guidance.
Head position
Face size must be 32 to 36 mm from lower chin to top of skull, excluding hair; head straight, face toward the lens.
File note
Use a sharp, clean, recent identity photo from an approved booth or professional when required.
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35 x 45 mm827 x 1063px export
SpecsHead height around 31.5-36 mm
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Use these results as a preparation checklist, not as a government approval guarantee.

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Requirement checklist

These labels are practical review prompts. The final decision belongs to the relevant government office or upload portal.

35 x 45 mm frame

Passed

Light grey or light blue background, not white

Passed

No altered face or overprocessed contrast

Warning

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Common questions

For country-specific edge cases, keep the official page open while reviewing the export.

Does AnyPassportPhoto.com replace the official passport office check? +

No. It helps you prepare and review a photo against published requirements. The passport authority, embassy, consulate, or official upload system makes the final decision.

Can I make a passport photo online for free? +

Yes. You can choose a document, run the basic checklist, resize in your browser, and download the resized JPG without signing in or paying. Optional AI cleanup uses paid credits.

What does the online passport photo checker review? +

It checks file type, size, resolution, and crop shape, then prompts you to inspect the background and face position. Compare every result with the linked official rules.

Why are results shown as Passed, Warning, or Needs retake? +

One serious issue can matter more than a high total score. The labels show what looks fine, what needs review, and when a new photo is safer.