Germany Passport & ID Card Photo Size: photo at 827 × 1063 px
Resize your German passport and ID card photo to the official upload spec in one tap. This tool outputs 827 × 1063 px, i.e. 35 × 45 mm at 600 DPI.
Choose an image to get started.
Official spec
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Face height | 32–36 mm (70–80%); children under 10: 22–36 mm |
| at least 600 dpi | |
| Background | plain, light, ideally neutral grey |
| Source | German Embassy Lima (Auswärtiges Amt): Anforderungen an Passfotos |
Checked 29 Oct 2026. Rules change; confirm in the latest official notice before you apply.
How it works
- Tap "Try it with a sample photo" or choose your photo (phone photo or scan).
- The preset fits it to exactly 827 × 1063 px as JPG (Cover crops the edges; Contain adds white padding).
- Press Download and upload the JPG to the German passport and ID card form.
FAQ
What is the official German passport and ID card photo size?
Photo size: 35 × 45 mm; Face height: 32–36 mm (70–80%); children under 10: 22–36 mm; Print: at least 600 dpi; Background: plain, light, ideally neutral grey. Source: German Embassy Lima (Auswärtiges Amt): Anforderungen an Passfotos.
Does this make my photo acceptable?
It sets the size only. Background, lighting, framing and content rules in the official notice still apply; this tool does not change the background.
Is my file uploaded?
No. Resizing and compression run in your browser; the image never leaves your device.
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