Hungarian Passport Photo Requirements and Preparation
Prepare your Hungarian passport photo correctly by following official rules on size, background, and submission details.
Official Size and Format Requirements
The cited consular instructions specify a 35 × 45 mm photo when an applicant-supplied photo is required[1][2]. Check your consulate’s instructions to confirm whether you must provide one.
The cited sources do not give a head-height measurement[1][2]. Check the instructions from the consulate where you apply to see if they provide any extra guidelines regarding your position inside the frame.
When setting up your photo, keep your shoulders square to the camera and look directly ahead. Avoid tilting your head up, down, or to either side. Your entire face from the crown of your head to your chin should be clearly visible within the frame.
Background and Lighting Conditions
The Tel Aviv consular page requires a white background for an applicant-supplied photo[1]. Photo capture arrangements vary by consulate[1][2], so check the instructions for your location.
When you take a photo at home, face a window with soft, even light to avoid harsh shadows on the background. Keep the camera at eye level about one to one and a half meters away from your face. Having a friend or family member take the picture helps you keep your posture straight and natural.
Avoid using a direct flash because it can create dark shadows behind your head or cause bright reflections on your skin. Natural daylight from a large window usually provides the most balanced illumination for a clean white background.
Expression, Glasses, and Head Coverings
The Tel Aviv instructions say to keep your mouth closed and not wear glasses in an applicant-supplied photo[1].
Headwear is unspecified by the official sources[1][2], but you should make sure your full face remains clearly visible. Keep your face relaxed, look straight into the camera lens, and keep your eyes wide open. Avoid smiling broadly or frowning so that your facial features appear natural and clear.
Your hair should be brushed away from your eyes and forehead so that the edges of your face are distinct. If you wear religious head coverings, make sure they do not cast shadows across your forehead, cheeks, or chin.
Rules for Children and Minors
At some consulates, children under 12 may need to bring one white-background passport photo. Requirements vary by consular post[1][2].
Check the instructions from your consulate before your appointment. A spare photo may be recommended[1] in case the first one is damaged or misplaced during processing.
Photographing infants and young children can be challenging. Laying the child on a plain white sheet on the floor can help you achieve the required white background while keeping the child safe and steady. Stand directly above the child to take the picture, and make sure their mouth is closed and they are looking toward the camera if possible.
Submission Methods and Photo Capture
A printed passport photo is required at some consulates, while other consulates capture the biometric photo in person[1][2]. Who takes the photo varies[1][2] depending on the specific location where you apply.
If your consulate requires a printed photo, follow that consulate’s instructions for the photo[1][2]. If the office takes the photo during your appointment, you do not need to bring any printed copies with you, but you should still arrive with a neat appearance and no glasses.
Always review the official website of your specific embassy or consulate ahead of time to confirm whether you need to bring physical prints or if they handle image capture on-site.
Preparing and Printing Your Photo
You can use the tool above to crop your photo to 35 × 45 mm and arrange it for printing.
Check the printed photo with a ruler to confirm it measures 35 × 45 mm.
When cutting out your printed photos, use a sharp pair of scissors or a paper trimmer with a metal straightedge. Uneven edges or crooked cuts can cause the receiving officer to reject the prints, so take your time to cut along the clean border lines.