Slovenian Child Passport Photo Requirements
Get the correct photo size and rules for a Slovenian child passport application. Read official specifications to prepare your child's photo correctly.
Official Size and Head Dimensions
When you apply for a Slovenian child passport, the photo must meet strict official standards set by the authorities. The official size for the photo is 35 by 45 millimeters, which translates to 1.38 by 1.77 inches[1]. Within this photo frame, the size of the head is strictly measured. The head height must measure between 32 and 36 millimeters[1].
Measure the face from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head[1]. The guidance gives practical deviations for babies and young children, but the photo remains 35 by 45 millimeters[1].
Background and Lighting Requirements
The background behind your child requires careful attention. A white background is specified, though a specific digital color value is not given[1]. When you take the picture at home, find a plain white wall that has no patterns, textures, wall hangings, or distracting shadows.
Use even lighting so the child's face is clear and free of shadows[1]. You can try facing a window or using soft lamps. The guidance says the background should be plain and without shadows[1].
Facial Expression and Appearance Rules
Your child must maintain a neutral expression in the passport photo[1]. The mouth must be completely closed, with no smiling or open lips showing teeth[1]. Their eyes must be wide open, looking directly into the camera lens.
The guidance says the eyes must be clearly visible and that glasses must not cause reflections or cover the eyes[1]. Religious head coverings are allowed if the face remains visible from chin to forehead and from side to side[1].
Rules for Infants and Small Children
The guidance allows practical deviations for babies and young children, including some differences in pose, expression, eyes, and centering. It does not give them a separate photo size[1].
To take a picture of a baby, you can lay them flat on a plain white sheet or blanket on the floor and take the photo from directly above. Make sure the baby is awake, facing upward, and has their eyes open with a calm face before you snap the picture.
Submission and Digital Reference Rules
A parent or guardian applies for a minor's passport. From 2 April 2026, applicants must provide a digital photo reference from an authorized e-photographer[2].
Because the submission requirements involve official digital references, you should check local guidelines carefully. You can use the tool above to crop and check your photo proportions at home before seeking an official digital submission route.
Taking Your Photo Step by Step at Home
Taking the photo yourself requires patience and a steady hand. Position your child facing a window to get bright, natural lighting across the front of the face. Keep the camera or phone at your child's eye level, standing about one to one and a half meters away to avoid warping facial features.
Have another adult help keep the child calm and focused directly on the lens. Take multiple pictures so you have options with a closed mouth and a neutral expression. Once you select the best shot, you can use the tool above to crop it to the correct dimensions and check your framing before moving forward with your application.
Frequently asked questions
What is the official size for a Slovenian child passport photo?
The official size is 35 by 45 millimeters, or 1.38 by 1.77 inches[1].
What are the head height requirements?
The head height must measure between 32 and 36 millimeters from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head[1].
Are there special rules for baby photos?
Babies and small children may qualify for specified practical deviations in biometric-photo guidance, though no separate size is given[1].
Who must submit the passport application for a minor?
Do I need a digital reference for the photo?
Yes, since 2 April 2026, the applicant must provide an authorized e-photographer's digital photo reference[1].