Liechtenstein Child Passport Photo Guide
Getting a valid passport photo for your child in Liechtenstein requires following strict official rules for size, head position, and background. This guide helps you prepare the right photo for your application.
Official Size and Dimensions
The photo guide gives a size of 35 by 45 millimeters (about 1.38 by 1.77 inches)[1]. For children under 11, it allows a face height as small as 23 millimeters[1].
You can use the tool above to crop your photo to this exact size before you print or submit it.
Head Height and Face Rules
For children under 11, the guide says face height from chin to crown must be at least 23 millimeters[1]. For older applicants, it gives a range of 29 to 34 millimeters[1].
Keep your child's head straight, facing forward, and centered in the camera frame. Avoid tilting the head up, down, or to the side, because exact proportions matter for biometric matching.
Background and Lighting Requirements
The official photo guide requires a neutral, plain and uniform background without shadows; it does not specify a color[1]. Make sure your child stands or sits far enough away from the wall to avoid casting dark shadows behind them.
Good, even lighting on the face is important for a clear picture. Natural light facing a window often works best without harsh flashes.
Expression, Eyes, and Glasses
The rules require a neutral expression and a closed mouth[1]. Your child's eyes must be wide open and looking directly at the camera lens.
Glasses are allowed conditionally, but tinted lenses, thick frames, and glare that obscure the eyes are strictly prohibited. If your child wears glasses daily, check that the frames do not block their eyes in the final image.
Headwear and Infant Rules
Headwear is permitted only for religious or medical reasons[1]. For children under 2, the photo can be submitted digitally or taken at the office[2]. For other children, follow the standard passport process[2].
If you need to prepare a digital copy, the tool above helps you format it easily. No specific file size limit is stated by the authority for digital uploads[1].
Printing Your Photo at Home or a Kiosk
You can submit photos both digitally and in print depending on the child's age and the specific application step[2][1]. If you need a physical print, you can arrange your cropped photo on a standard 4 by 6 inch sheet and print it at a local photo kiosk.
Always check your printed sheet with a physical ruler to confirm the 35 by 45 mm dimensions are correct before you submit the application to the Ausländer- und Passamt[2][3][1].
Taking the Photo at Home Step by Step
Taking a passport photo for a baby or young child at home takes patience. Seat your child against a plain, neutral wall with good lighting.
Hold the camera or phone at your child's eye level, about one to one and a half meters away. Take several pictures to catch a moment with a closed mouth and a neutral expression before you edit the image.
Frequently asked questions
What is the required photo size for a Liechtenstein child passport?
Can I take a baby passport photo at home?
Yes. For children under 2, the photo can be submitted digitally or taken at the Ausländer- und Passamt[2].
What background color should I use?
The official photo guide requires a neutral, plain and uniform background without shadows, and it does not specify a color[1].
Are glasses allowed in the photo?
Glasses are allowed conditionally, as long as they do not obscure the eyes and have no tinted lenses[1].
Is there a file size limit for digital photo submission?
No file size limit is stated by the official authority[1].