Germany Passport Photo Requirements
Resize and check a german passport photo against measurable rules before you print, upload, or decide a fresh photo is safer.
At a glance
- Printed size
- 35 x 45 mm
- Metric size
- 35 x 45 mm
- Digital note
- Since 2025, many domestic identity-document routes use a digital biometric photo workflow; local office rules can vary during transition.
- Background
- Plain light grey or neutral light background with no pattern or shadow.
- Head position
- Biometric face crop should be centered, straight, and roughly 70-80% of the frame, commonly 32 to 36 mm from chin to top of head.
- File note
- Use a biometric photo from an approved or locally accepted capture route when applying inside Germany.
Check and resize your passport photo
Choose the exact document, review the basic file and crop checks, and sign in only if you want optional AI background or crop cleanup.
144 countries/regions, 454 document sizes
Free check results
Use these results as a preparation checklist, not as a government approval guarantee.
Use AI only if the background, crop, or lighting needs work. Sign-in is required because cleanup uses account credits.
Your feedback helps tune the checklist wording and warning levels.
Requirement checklist
These labels are practical review prompts. The final decision belongs to the relevant government office or upload portal.
35 x 45 mm biometric frame
PassedStraight frontal head position
PassedNo face geometry or hair-edge distortion
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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.