Netherlands Passport Photo Size and Requirements
Dutch passports and the identiteitskaart require a 35 x 45 mm biometric photo on a plain light grey or white background. Use this tool to prepare your photo to Dutch government requirements.
Size35 × 45 mm
Pixels (300 DPI)413 × 531 px
BackgroundLight grey or white
Country🇳🇱 Netherlands
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Netherlands passport photo requirements
- 35 x 45 mm (biometric format)
- Plain light grey or white background
- Taken within the last 6 months
- Face and crown of head visible
- Eyes open, looking at camera
- Neutral expression, mouth closed
- No glasses
- No head coverings (religious exceptions apply)
Frequently asked questions
- Dutch passport photos must be 35 x 45 mm, following EU biometric standards.
- Yes. The Dutch national identity card uses the same 35 x 45 mm biometric format.
- No. Glasses are not permitted in Dutch biometric passport photos.