Czech international driving permit photo (35×45 mm)

Official Size and Format

When you apply for a Czech international driving permit, you must submit a specific photo format. The Ministry of Transport specifies a size of 35 by 45 mm, which is about 1.38 by 1.77 inches^[1][2].

You can submit either a color or a black-and-white photo^[1][2]. The rules require you to provide one printed copy for your application^[1][2]. You can use the tool above to help prepare your print layout.

Issuing Authority and Submission

Your international driving permit is issued by the municipal authority of a municipality with extended powers^[1]. Czechia issues these permits under the Geneva and Vienna conventions^[1][2].

Submit one printed photo with your application^[1].

Background and Lighting Rules

The Ministry of Transport specifies a passport-style photo measuring 35 × 45 mm; it does not state a background color^[1].

When you take your photo at home, try to stand against a plain wall if possible. Face a bright window to get even, natural light on your face without harsh shadows behind you. Good lighting helps the office clerk see your features clearly.

Head Height and Facial Features

The supplied Ministry information does not state a head-height measurement^[1]. Keep your head and face visible in the photo.

The supplied official guidelines do not specify rules for glasses or headwear^[1].

Taking Your Photo at Home

You can take your own photo at home using a digital camera or a smartphone. Ask a friend or family member to take the picture so you do not use a front-facing selfie camera, which can distort your face proportions.

Keep the camera at your eye level and stand about one to one and a half meters away from the lens. Stand up straight, look directly at the lens, and keep a relaxed expression on your face.

You can crop your photo to the required 35 by 45 mm size before printing it.

Checking Your Photo

Before you print your picture, look closely at the digital file on your screen. Check that your entire head and shoulders fit nicely inside the frame with some space around the edges.

Make sure your eyes are open and looking straight ahead at the camera lens. Check that the lighting is bright and even across your face so there are no dark shadows under your nose or chin.

Printing Your Photo Sheet

The application requires one printed photo^[1].

Instead of printing a single tiny picture by itself, use the tool above to arrange your cropped photo onto a standard 4 by 6 inch sheet. Take this digital file to a local photo kiosk or print shop and print it as a standard glossy photo.

Once you have your printed sheet, use clean scissors to cut out your 35 by 45 mm picture carefully along the edges. Keep the cuts straight so the photo fits nicely with your paperwork.

If the Office Takes the Photo

The application requires one printed photo^[1].

Bring one printed photo, your valid identity document, and your valid driving licence^[1].