Israeli child passport photo (50×50 mm)

Official Size and Submission Rules

The passport photo guide specifies a size of 5×5 cm (50×50 mm)^[1]. The authority does not set a specific head height rule^[1].

For routine biometric applications inside Israel, the authority takes the photo itself^[2]. For some paper-photo cases, including consular applications, the photo guide applies^[1]. The tool above can help you prepare a photo when a printed one is requested.

Understanding these dimensions helps you avoid common formatting errors before you submit your application materials.

Rules for Children and Travel Documents

Children applying for a laissez-passer must apply in person with a parent^[3]. Child passports are valid for five years^[2].

For permanent-resident children applying for a laissez-passer, two passport photos are requested for children under six^[3]. The photo guide specifies a size of 5×5 cm^[1].

Always check the specific document type you are requesting so you know whether printed copies are required by the office.

Background and Lighting

For exceptional or consular paper-photo cases, the official guide specifies a uniform white or light blue background^[1].

When taking the picture at home, find a spot with soft, even light. Face a window to avoid harsh shadows on the wall behind the child. Keep the background plain and clear of patterns or objects.

Good natural light helps the camera capture clear details without casting dark shadows under the chin or across the face.

Glasses, Expression and Appearance

Glasses are not allowed in the photo^[1]. Make sure the child takes off any eyeglasses before you snap the picture.

The guide says not to wear a hat or other item that hides the face^[1].

Keep the child's face clearly visible and remove glasses before the photo is taken.

Taking Your Photo at Home

Set up your camera or smartphone at the child's eye level, about one to one and a half meters away. Have someone else hold a toy or get the child's attention just behind the camera lens.

Take several pictures so you have options. Upload your best shot into the tool above to crop it precisely to the required 50×50 mm dimensions.

Patience is helpful when photographing young children, as it may take a few tries to get a clear and direct look.

Printing on a 4×6-Inch Sheet

If you need a printed photo, the tool above lets you place your cropped 50×50 mm image onto a standard 4×6-inch photo template.

Save this sheet to your phone or USB drive and take it to a local photo kiosk or print shop. Print it as a standard glossy 4×6-inch photo without any automatic zoom or fit-to-page settings.

Checking the printed physical dimensions with a ruler confirms that the final output matches the exact size rules.

Common Reasons Photos Are Refused

For exceptional or consular paper-photo cases, use a uniform white or light blue background^[1].

The guide says not to wear glasses and specifies a 5×5 cm photo for cases where a printed photo is requested^[1].

Double-checking these details before your appointment saves time and prevents unnecessary delays.

If the Office Takes the Photo

The authority photographs routine biometric applicants directly at the office^[2]. If you go to the office for a biometric passport, you do not need to bring a printed photo.

For children under six applying for a permanent-resident travel document, bring two 5×5 cm photos as requested by the authority^[3].