Polish child or baby passport photo (35×45 mm)

Official Size and Dimensions

A Polish child passport photo must measure 35 by 45 millimeters, or about 1.38 by 1.77 inches^[1]. For online applications for children under 12, the digital photo must be 768 by 1004 pixels^[1]. The authority does not set a specific head-height measurement in millimeters^[1]. Keep your child’s face visible and unobstructed^[2].

Background and Lighting

Use a uniform light background. The authority does not specify an exact color^[1]. A plain, light-colored wall can work. Use even lighting so the face and background are clear.

Rules for Babies and Young Children

Taking a picture of an infant or toddler has different rules compared to an adult application process^[1]. For children under the age of five, the official rules state that eyes may be closed and the mouth may be open during the shot^[1]. Furthermore, the facial expression for very young children does not need to be neutral^[1]. You can safely lay a baby down on a uniform light surface or cover a car seat with a plain light sheet to capture the photo without stressing the child^[1]. Keep the background clear of toys, hands, or other objects while you take the picture^[1].

Glasses, Headwear, and Facial Features

Glasses are allowed only under strict conditions for Polish passport images^[1]. If your child wears prescription eyeglasses, the lenses must remain completely clear without any tint, and the frames must not block or obscure the eyes^[1]. Sunglasses and dark tinted lenses are never permitted in official identity documents^[1]. Headwear is strictly restricted and only allowed for religious or medical reasons^[1]. Even when headwear is permitted, the complete oval of the face starting from the bottom of the chin to the top of the forehead must remain entirely uncovered and visible^[1]. Make sure the hair does not cover the eyes or eyebrows^[1].

Printed and Digital Submissions

For children under 12, you can apply online using a digital photo. The file must not exceed 2560 KB^[1]. For an application at an office, provide a printed photo^[1]. You can use the tool above to crop your image and prepare it for printing.

Taking and Printing Your Photo

You can take the photo at home with a smartphone or camera. Follow the official photo requirements when framing it. You can use the tool above to format the image.

If you need a physical copy for an in-person office appointment, you can save your formatted image onto a standard four by six inch photo sheet layout^[1]. Take this prepared file to any local printing kiosk or retail photo center to produce standard glossy prints^[1]. Always measure the printed photo with a ruler to check that it matches the required 35 by 45 millimeter dimensions before submitting your paperwork to the authorities^[1].