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Austria Passport Photo – 35x45 mm Online Maker

Written by Olia Potiagaeva, Managing Editor Reviewed by the PhotoGov Editorial Team ★ 4.8 / 5.0 GoogleChecked against Austrian Federal Ministry of the Interior requirements

Austria photos and head size requirements that are listed below. 5 cm) When you are applying for an Austria Passport, the most critical thing is to make sure that the size of your photo complies with the official 35x45 mm (3.5x4. 5 cm) size requirement. If you submit a photo that doesn’t meet the requisite standards, your passport application may be delayed or rejected. Here at PhotoGov we make creating the ideal Austrian Passport photo super easy. Just upload a photo or a selfie, and we will transform it into a high definition professional ID photo ready to submit straight to your chosen embassy.

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Instructions:

How to take a good photo?

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Photo must be in color. Taken within the last 6 months.

How to take a good photo?

1/7 Image format

Photo must be in color. Taken within the last 6 months.

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The Austria Passport Photo editor crops your image to the selected format and positions the head within the frame. It sizes the picture you upload without changing your facial features, and the built-in photo checker tests the file against the selected format. The selected format is 35 x 45 mm. Before you submit the photo, check the photo instructions for the application you are completing.

Tips for Your Austria Passport Photo

Lighting: Natural lighting is always best, but soft artificial lighting can also prevent any shadows or overexposure

Background: Position yourself in front of a blank white or light-colored wall. Patterns and distractions be damned

Positioning: Your head should be straight on and not turned to the camera. 2]:80 Subject's face should generally fill about 70–80% of the photo height

What to wear: Dress in dark colored monochromatic colored clothing to pop against the backdrop. Avoid white tops

How to Take Your Austria Passport Photo – Step by Step Step

Setting up your camera
Using the tripod and a chair, set up your camera at the right height and take a few test shots to check the distance of right head & shoulder. Make sure the format of the photo is 35 mm x 45 mm
Preparation
Have the photograph clicked in bright natural light. Make sure the background is white and plain, place a white sheet for that purpose
Taking the photograph
Set the camera click on time and get into the frame. Keep a distance so that the face in the photograph is as big as 70% of the entire photo. Keep a subtle expression, avoid using extra accessories like sunglasses or jewelry 3.4 You can smile mildly
Editing
Use a professional photo editor to take care of the color, light, and shadow if required
Printing
Print the image on a paper and also keep a digital copy

Appearance Guidelines

45mm

35mm

34.5mm

3mm

Facial Expression	Neutral – mouth closed, no smiling or frowning
Eyes	Fully open, clearly visible, facing the camera
Head Position	Centered, facing forward
Face Coverage	Should occupy 70–80% of the height of the photo
Clothing	Avoid white tops; dark, solid colors preferred
Glasses	Not allowed unless medically necessary
Head Coverings	Allowed for religious or medical reasons, face must be fully visible
Lighting	Even lighting, no shadows or reflections on the face or background

*Data from government agencies

Austrian Passports Passport Photo Requirements

To ensure your Austria Passport photo is accepted, it must meet specific technical and appearance guidelines. Here’s a breakdown of what’s required:

Size

35 x 45 mm (3.5 x 4.5 cm)

Resolution

Minimum 300 DPI

Image Format

JPEG or PNG

File Size

Typically under 1 MB

Background Color

Plain white or light-colored (no patterns or shadows)

Printable

Yes – required for in-person submission at Austrian authorities

Example photos:

Below are examples of correct and incorrect photos

How to take your own Austria Passport photo

In Austria, passport applications are submitted in person at any district authority (Bezirkshauptmannschaft), city authority (Magistrat), or authorized municipal office, while Austrian citizens living abroad apply through an Austrian embassy or consulate. Austrian passport photo requirements are set by the Federal Ministry of the Interior (BMI): because your portrait is printed on the data page and stored on the biometric chip, your facial features must be sharp and unobstructed.

1. Use even lighting and keep your face in sharp focus

The BMI requires a color photograph with your entire face in sharp focus, balanced contrast, and even lighting, free of facial shadows or glare. Overhead ceiling lights often cast shadows under the eyes — instead, face a window for soft natural daylight and have someone take a photo of you straight on with a neutral expression and your mouth closed. Keep your head level and centered; tilted or angled portraits are rejected.

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2. Upload your photo to get it cropped to Austrian passport size

Upload your shot to PhotoGov, and the tool automatically crops it to the official Austrian passport size — 35 mm wide by 45 mm high, as required by the BMI for a Reisepass.

3. Print it and bring it to your appointment at the passport office

Print the Austrian passport photo in full color on high-quality photo paper, making sure it is completely free of scratches, stains, or creases. Since your application is handled in a single in-person visit, bring the printed photo with you to the passport office.

How to take Austria Passport photos for babies and kids

In Austria, every child is required to have their own passport (or a national ID card when traveling to countries that accept it). All children — including newborns and infants — must attend the passport appointment in person for identity verification.

Standard adult photo rules also apply to children: the child must be photographed alone, with their full face clearly visible and both eyes open. The BMI permits exceptions only when a child's age-related development or a medical condition makes strict compliance impossible.
Take the photo shortly before your appointment (within six months at most) so the image accurately reflects your child's current appearance when the passport is issued.

Additional Compliance Tips

No Retouching – Do not use filters or any apps that change’s ones facial features

Sharpness – Make sure the image is not blurry or pixelated

Face Coverage – Your face should take up 70-80% of the photo height

File Format & Size – JPEG or PNG. Less than 1 MB for digital submission

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Using the wrong size (e.g. passport instead of 35x45 mm)

Sporting any glasses or head coverings that obscure your face (unless your religion or a medical issue requires you to)

Misusing blurry, low-quality, or overexposed photos

Backgrounds with shadows, patterns, or objects

These problems will be identified and corrected as part of the flow of the PhotoGov application

Submission & Printing

For Submission In-Person: Print Your Photo on Photo Paper. High Quality Matte or Glossy Finish Paper Only, Size 35x45 mm (3.5x4. 5 cm)

For the passport application: bring the printed photo to the passport authority, or to the Austrian embassy or consulate if you live abroad

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is Austria passport photo?

Please submit a 35 mm x 45 mm (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm) photograph.

Can I use my smartphone to take the photo?

Yes! Provided the photo is according to the terms, you can use your phone. Upload those to PhotoGov to apply automatic corrections.

Can I keep my glasses on in the photo?

Yes, if your eyes are clearly visible: no reflections on the lenses, no tinted lenses or sunglasses, and the frame does not cover your eyes.

How recent does the picture have to be?

Your picture must have been taken in the last 6 months so that it shows how you look when you apply.

What if my photo is rejected?

You can edit and resubmit your photo via PhotoGov, as long as it has not yet been approved.

Can I use an Austria passport photo for my other documents?

Yes, provided the document prerequisites are similar.

Can I Use the Austria Passport Photo Editor on an iPhone or Android Phone?

Yes. Open photogov.net in the phone browser, upload a picture and download the finished file. No app is required; the PhotoGov app for iOS and Android does the same job if you prefer it.

Do I Need to Create a Size Template for the Austria Passport Photo?

No. PhotoGov applies the selected format automatically: the tool sets the frame and the head position for you. Before you submit the photo, check the photo instructions for the application you are completing.

Official Government Sources

Checked against the Austrian Federal Ministry of the Interior photo requirements: https://www.bmi.gv.at/607/passbild_kriterien.html · Last checked: 08.10.2026