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Germany ID card photo
35 × 45 mm at 600 DPI. Upload a photo and we crop it to the exact spec, then check every requirement. Photos never leave your device.
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Official requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm827 × 1063 px |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 600 DPI |
| Head height | 32–36 mmchin to the top of the head |
| Background | Light grey |
Source: BMI — Fotomustertafel: Qualitätsmerkmale biometrischer Fotos · checked 2026-08-05
Good to know
- Biometric photo: face centred, neutral expression, eyes open.
- Face height 32–36 mm measured from the chin to the top of the head — the official template marks 36 mm as the ideal and treats less as tolerance.
- The same specification applies to the German passport.