Getting Ready for Your Czech Passport Photo
For a Czech passport, the authority captures your portrait digitally at the application counter. Here are the photo rules and what to expect.
How the Authority Takes Your Photo
The Ministry of the Interior captures your portrait digitally at the application counter[1][2].
You normally do not need to bring a printed photo because the authority captures your portrait at the counter[1][2].
Official Size and Measurements
Even though the office captures the picture for you during your visit, knowing the standard specifications is useful. The official size for a Czech passport photo is 35 by 45 millimeters, which is approximately 1.38 by 1.77 inches[1].
The supplied sources do not specify a head-height measurement. You can use the tool above to prepare a practice image for personal use.
Background and Colors
The allowed background is white to light blue, with light grey also permitted[2].
Furthermore, a smooth transition between these approved background colors is allowed by the rules[2]. When you take practice photos at home to check your appearance, try to stand in front of a plain wall that matches these descriptions so you can see how the colors complement your skin tone and clothing.
Facial Expression and Posture
The photo rules require a neutral expression[2].
Keep your mouth closed[2]. Look toward the camera with your eyes open.
Glasses and Headwear Rules
Wearing glasses and head coverings is subject to strict official regulations. Wearing glasses is allowed only under specific conditions[2] set down by the Ministry of the Interior.
Glasses are allowed under the conditions in the official photo rules[2]. Headwear is allowed for religious or medical reasons[2].
Rules for Children and Infants
A child must attend so the authority can capture the portrait at the counter[1][2]. The same general photo rules apply to children[2].
The same photo rules apply to children, and no separate infant dimensions are stated[2].
Preparing at Home
Taking practice photos at home can help you choose the right clothing and check your overall appearance before your official visit. Find a room with bright, even light facing a window to avoid casting harsh shadows across your face.
Position the camera or phone at your exact eye level, keeping it about one to one-and-a-half meters away from your face. You can use the tool above to crop and test your practice images, remembering that the official office will still capture the final portrait during your appointment.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to bring a printed photo for my Czech passport?
What is the official size of a Czech passport photo?
The official size is 35 by 45 millimeters, or about 1.38 by 1.77 inches[1].
Can children get a passport photo taken at home?
Are glasses allowed in Czech passport photos?
Glasses are allowed only under specific conditions[2], provided they do not obscure your eyes and have no glare on the lenses.
What background color is required?
The background should be white to light blue, optionally light grey, and a smooth transition between these colors is allowed[2].