What size is a German passport photo?

35x45mm biometric standard, face covering 70-80% of the height. Since 2025 German authorities require digitally submitted photos for passports and ID cards - this tool outputs the correct ratio.

Does this meet biometric requirements?

The tool produces correct dimensions and a plain light background. Biometric pose rules are on you: face the camera straight, neutral expression, no smile, eyes open and clearly visible.

Does it work for visa applications and Aufenthaltstitel?

Yes - German visas, residence permits (Aufenthaltstitel) and EU Blue Card applications all use the same 35x45mm biometric standard.

Is my photo uploaded?

No - everything runs in your browser. Your biometric photo never leaves your device.

✦ Biometric 35×45mm Standard · Free · No Upload

Free German Biometric Photo

35×45mm Passbild for German passports, ID cards, visas and residence permits — with AI plain background. Automats charge €8–12; this is free and private.

German biometric photo requirements (Passbild)

Size: 35×45mm, face 70–80% of frame height — use the oval guide
Background: plain light grey — the AI background button handles it
Pose: straight to camera, neutral expression, no smiling, mouth closed
Eyes: open, clearly visible, no glare on glasses (best without glasses)
No: head coverings (except religious), hair over eyes, shadows

Works for

Reisepass (passport) and Personalausweis (ID card)
German national visa and Schengen visa applications
Aufenthaltstitel (residence permit) and EU Blue Card
Führerschein (driving licence)

For expats in Germany

Photo automats charge €8–12 and drugstore studios more. For digitally-submitted applications you can take the photo at home: plain wall, window light, someone else holding the camera. Crop it here to the exact biometric ratio — free, in English, and fully private.