France Passport Photo Maker

35x45 mm (1.38x1.77 in) · 413x531 px · plain light blue or light grey (not white) background

No background editing. This authority does not accept digitally altered photos, so we only crop and resize your photo proportionally. Take it against a plain light blue or light grey (not white) background.

France Passport photo requirements

French ID photos are 35 x 45 mm with a face of 3.2–3.6 cm from chin to top of the skull (excluding hair). White backgrounds are forbidden. Many applications now use an ePhoto code from an approved booth or photographer.

Photo size35 x 45 mm (1.38 x 1.77 in)
Digital size413 x 531 px
Resolution300 DPI
Head height (chin to crown)71.1–80% of photo height
Eye line from bottomNot specified
Backgroundplain light blue or light grey (not white)
File formatJPEG
File sizeNo limit published
Background editing allowedNo — crop and resize only
Last verified2026-09-27

Official source: www.service-public.fr

How to take your France Passport photo

FAQ

Can I take my French passport photo with a phone?
Usually yes, if the photo is sharp, evenly lit and taken from about 1–2 m away with the camera at eye level. Ask someone else to take it rather than using a selfie at arm's length, which distorts facial proportions.
Can I wear glasses?
Many authorities no longer accept glasses in photos, and others require no glare or tinted lenses. Check the official source linked on this page.
What background should I use?
The published requirement is: plain light blue or light grey (not white). Stand about 50 cm in front of a plain wall to avoid shadows.
Will my photo be accepted?
We format your photo to the published spec, but acceptance is decided by the issuing authority.

Official source

Requirements are published by the issuing authority at https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F10619. Last verified: 2026-09-27.

Disclaimer: We format your photo to the published spec; acceptance is decided by the issuing authority.

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