Irish passport (book/card) photo size and requirements

A Irish passport (book/card) photo must be 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) on a completely plain light grey, white or cream, with enough contrast background. Use the tool below to crop yours to the exact size.

Size: 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in)
Background: completely plain light grey, white or cream, with enough contrast
Max file size: 9216 KB
Glasses: clear glasses allowed if no glare/shadow and frames do not cover any part of the eyes; no sunglasses or dark glasses

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Other rules for Irish passport (book/card) photos

Printed size: minimum 35 x 45 mm, maximum 38 x 50 mm
Digital: JPEG, at least 715 px wide x 951 px high, not larger than 9MB (as stated)
Digital: not scanned, in colour, no compression artefacts, no distortion, not enhanced or edited
Digital: no selfies and no zoom; someone else must take it
Frame head to mid-torso with visible space between head/shoulders and photo edges
Paper application: 4 identical photos, 2 signed/stamped by witness on back
Taken within the last 6 months
Neutral expression, no smile, mouth closed, head not tilted, look straight at camera
No shadows on face or behind head, no red eye, natural skin tones
No uniforms or insignia; head covering only for religious or medical reasons
Printed: photo-quality paper, white unglazed back; black and white recommended, colour accepted

Frequently asked questions

What size is a Irish passport (book/card) photo?

35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in).

What background is required for a Irish passport (book/card) photo?

A completely plain light grey, white or cream, with enough contrast background, plain and without shadows or patterns.

Can I wear glasses in a Irish passport (book/card) photo?

Clear glasses allowed if no glare/shadow and frames do not cover any part of the eyes; no sunglasses or dark glasses.

What is the file size limit for a Irish passport (book/card) photo?

The digital file must be no larger than 9216 KB. The tool lowers the JPEG quality automatically to fit.

Other photo sizes

Source: official requirements. Not yet confirmed on an official source: headHeight, eyeLine, maxPx. The consulate or passport office makes the final decision on whether a photo is accepted.