Czech Republic Passport Photo 35mm x 45mm requirements

1. Format and Dimensions

• Size: 35 mm x 45 mm.
• Face Placement: The face must occupy approximately 70–80% of the photograph.
• Top Margin: There must be a minimum of 2 mm between the top of the head and the upper edge of the photo.
• Face Height: The distance from the chin to the eyes must be at least 13 mm.

2. Quality and Appearance

• Paper: The photo must be printed on high-quality, smooth-surfaced photo paper.
• Focus & Contrast: It must be sharp, clear, and in high resolution with natural skin tones.
• Neutral Expression: The mouth must be closed with a neutral facial expression. Eyes must be open and clearly visible.
• Direction: The person must look directly at the camera (full-face view). Both sides of the face must be visible.

3. Lighting and Background

• Background: Must be plain, uniform, and light in color (ideally white, light blue, or light grey).
• Shadows: There should be no shadows on the face or on the background.
• Lighting: Even lighting across the face is required; no "red-eye" or reflections.

4. Clothing and Accessories

• Eyeglasses: Eyes must be fully visible. There should be no reflections on the lenses and no tinted glass. Thick frames that obscure the eyes are not permitted.
• Head Coverings: Generally not allowed except for religious or medical reasons. If worn, the face must be fully visible from the chin to the top of the forehead.
• Uniforms: Photographs in uniform are not permitted.

5. Additional Technical Standards

• Recentness: The photograph must represent the current appearance of the applicant.
• No Modifications: Digital retouching or alterations of the applicant's physical appearance are strictly prohibited.
• Integrity: The photo must not be creased, stained, or marked by ink or staples.

References

• The Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic: Photo Requirements