Palestinian Passport Photo Requirements and Guide
Getting your Palestinian passport photo right is an important step for your travel application. Follow this guide to meet the official size and background rules before you print your pictures.
Official Size and Dimensions
For a Palestinian passport application, the official size is 35×45 mm, which is about 1.38×1.77 in[1]. The Palestinian embassy in Egypt specifies this exact size for passport applications[1]. The Palestinian Ministry of Interior and National Security lists that applicants must provide four printed photos for an ordinary first passport application[2].
The authority has not set a specific head height rule for these photos[2][1]. You do not need to worry about exact millimeter measurements from your chin to the top of your head, but keeping your face centered in the frame is a good habit to follow. When you set up your shot, make sure your shoulders are relaxed and your face looks straight ahead toward the camera lens.
Background and Lighting Requirements
Official services require a blue background for your passport photo[2]. The Palestinian embassy specifically states that the background must be dark blue[1]. However, the authority does not define an exact shade of blue[2][1], which gives you a little flexibility as long as the color is clearly a dark blue tone.
To get a clean blue backdrop at home, find a plain dark blue wall or hang a solid dark blue cloth behind you without any patterns or folds. Face a bright window to get even natural light on your face and avoid harsh shadows on your cheeks or behind your head. Good lighting helps the office see your features clearly without any dark spots.
Rules for Children and Minors
For a minor’s passport application, the service listing requires a declaration signed by the father or guardian[2]. Prepare it alongside the photo prints.
The official sources do not list separate infant photo dimensions[2][1]. You can use the standard 35×45 mm size for children[1], but make sure you still follow the background and submission rules carefully. Taking a photo of a baby can be tough, so place them on a dark blue blanket on the floor and take the picture from directly above.
Taking Your Photo at Home
You can take your photo at home easily with a digital camera or a smartphone. Ask someone else to take the picture instead of trying to take a selfie, because selfies often distort your face and show your arm. Keep the camera at your eye level and stand about one to one and a half meters away from the lens.
Use the tool above to crop your photo to the correct 35×45 mm dimensions[1]. The tool runs right in your browser, so your photo never leaves your device and stays completely private. You can adjust the crop lines easily until your head and shoulders fit nicely inside the box.
Printing Your Photos for Submission
For an ordinary first passport application, the service listing requires four printed photos[2].
You can place your cropped 35×45 mm photo onto a standard 4×6-inch sheet using the tool above. Take this print sheet to a local kiosk, pharmacy, or print shop and print it out as an ordinary 4×6-inch photo on glossy or matte paper. Then take a pair of clean scissors and cut out your four pictures carefully along the outer edges.
Common Reasons Photos Are Refused
The service listing requires a blue background, and the embassy specifies dark blue[2][1]. Use a plain blue or dark blue backdrop that follows the relevant instructions.
For an ordinary first passport application, the ministry service listing requires four printed photos[2]. Check the required number of copies and make sure the image is clear and well lit.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a Palestinian passport photo?
The Palestinian embassy in Egypt specifies 35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 in) for passport applications[1].
What color should the background be?
How many photos do I need to submit?
Applicants must provide four printed photos for an ordinary first passport application[2].
Are there special rules for children's passport photos?
Can I print the photos at a regular kiosk?
Yes, you can arrange your cropped photos on a standard 4×6-inch sheet and print them out at a local photo kiosk.