Ireland passport photo size — 35×45 mm
Ireland passport photos must be exactly 35×45 mm (413×531 px at 300 DPI) on a light-grey background.
Checked August 21, 2026 against Department of Foreign Affairs — Photo Guidelines.
Specification
| Size (mm) | 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 1.38 × 1.77 in |
| Size (pixels @ 300 DPI) | 413 × 531 px |
| Head height | 32–36 mm |
| Background | light-grey |
| Max digital file size | 2048 KB |
| Digital format | JPEG |
Requirements
- Minimum photo size is 35mm × 45mm; maximum is 38mm × 50mm.
- Photos must be printed on photo-quality paper, in sharp focus with correct exposure — no ink marks, creases, or digital enhancements.
- The reverse of a printed photo must be white and unglazed.
- Glasses are permitted if the frame doesn't cover any part of the eyes and there's no glare on the lenses; dark or tinted glasses are not permitted.
- Hair must not cover any part of the eyes.
Print several at once
8 Ireland passport photos fit on a single 4×6 inch print. 30 fit on an A4 sheet.
Build a print-ready sheetFrequently asked questions
Does an Irish passport photo need to be in colour?
Colour photos are accepted, though black-and-white is also common since the photo is printed into the passport in black and white regardless of the colour of the original submission.
Can I wear glasses in an Irish passport photo?
Yes, provided the frames don't cover any part of your eyes and there's no glare on the lenses. Dark or tinted glasses are not permitted.
What's the size range for an Irish passport photo?
Between 35×45mm (minimum) and 38×50mm (maximum) — Ireland accepts a small range rather than one fixed size, unlike most other ICAO-standard countries.
Checked August 21, 2026 against Department of Foreign Affairs — Photo Guidelines. We can’t guarantee any office will accept your photo — rules change, so always check the official source before you apply. See our disclaimer.