🇫🇷 France

France Passeport Photo

35 × 45 mm · 35 × 45 mm · 827 × 1063 px
Last verified: Apr 11, 2026Official source: service-public.fr

Official requirements

Size
35 × 45 mm · 35 × 45 mm
Digital
827 × 1063 px
Background
Plain light blue or light grey. White not allowed.
Head size
32 – 36 mm chin to crown.
Face position
Frontal, centered.
Expression
Neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open.
Glasses
Allowed, discouraged.
Head covering
Not permitted unless worn daily for religious or medical reasons; face must be fully visible.
Image quality
Sharp focus, no blur, pixelation, filters or red-eye. Even lighting.
Digital
ePhoto code from certified booth.
Print
35 × 45 mm.

Example photos

Correct
Too dark
Face too close
Face too far
Incorrect background
Tilted head

Common mistakes

  • Wrong size or head ratio

    The head must be 32 – 36 mm chin to crown.

  • Shadows on the background

    Stand away from the wall and face a window.

  • Glasses or glare

    Allowed, discouraged.

  • Smiling or open mouth

    Neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open.

  • Low resolution

    Minimum 827 × 1063 px.

FAQ

France Passeport photo FAQ