Preparing Your Czechia Photo for Passports, Visas, and IDs
You need the correct photo format for your Czech official applications. This guide covers requirements for passports, identity cards, visas, and driving licences.
Documents Covered on This Page
You can prepare photos for many different Czech documents here. These include the Czech passport photo, the Czech child passport photo, and the Czech national identity card photo[1].
The site also supports the Czech driving licence photo[2], the Czech international driving permit photo[3], and the Czech residence permit photo[4].
You can also format pictures for a Czech Schengen visa photo[5], a Czech long-term visa photo[5], and a Czech citizenship application photo[6].
Standard Photo Sizes
Almost all listed Czech official documents require a photo measuring 35×45 mm[1][2][3][4][5][6]. This uniform size makes it easier to prepare your pictures.
The listed sources do not set one head-height measurement for all these documents[1][2][3][4][5][6]. For Czech residence permits, the source specifies a face height of at least 13 mm from the eyes to the chin[4].
You can use the tool above to crop your image to the correct 35×45 mm dimensions right in your browser.
Submission Methods: Digital and Printed
Different authorities require different submission formats depending on the document type. Czech passports and child passports use digital submission[1].
Czech national identity card and residence permit applications accept printed and digital photos[1][4].
The Czech international driving permit photo is submitted in printed form[3]. Czech Schengen and long-term visa applications require a printed 35×45 mm photo[5].
Documents with Common Sizes
Some Czech application types do not enforce a single official size by strict legal mandate, but rely on common sizes. The Czech driving licence uses a common size approach[2].
A 35×45 mm photo is a common size for a Czech citizenship application; the listed source does not set one official size[6].
A 35×45 mm photo is listed as a common size for these applications[2][6].
Taking the Photo at Home
Setting up a simple space at home can save you time. Stand in front of a plain, light-coloured wall with no patterns or textures behind you.
Good lighting helps authorities see your features clearly. Stand facing a bright window to get even light on your face, and avoid strong shadows under your nose or chin.
Keep the camera at your exact eye level, about one to one and a half metres away from your face. Ask a helper to take the picture so you do not distort your features with a selfie angle.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Keep a neutral facial expression with your mouth closed and look straight into the camera lens. Do not smile broadly or frown, as official guidelines require a neutral face.
Remove hats, caps, and dark glasses unless you wear them for religious or medical reasons. Your eyes must be fully visible and open.
Make sure your hair does not cover your eyes or parts of your face before you process the image.
Practical Tips for Taking Your Photo
Stand facing a bright window to get even, natural lighting on your face. Avoid harsh shadows under your nose or chin.
Keep the camera at your exact eye level, about one to one and a half metres away from your face. Ask a friend to take the picture if possible.
Maintain a neutral facial expression with your mouth closed and look straight into the camera lens. Remove hats, dark glasses, and head coverings unless worn for religious or medical reasons.
Printing Your Photos at Home or a Kiosk
For Czech passport and child passport applications, submit the photo digitally[1]. Follow the relevant application instructions for other documents that require a printed photo.
You can arrange your cropped 35×45 mm photo onto a standard 4×6-inch photo sheet using the tool above. Take this sheet to any local photo kiosk to print it cheaply as a normal photo.
Frequently asked questions
What size do Czech passport and ID photos need to be?
They must measure 35×45 mm[1].
Do Czech visa photos need to be printed or digital?
Czech visa photos must measure 35×45 mm and be submitted in printed form[5].
Can I wear glasses in my Czech identity card photo?
Remove dark glasses. The cited source says the photo must show your current appearance and full face[5].
What is the head height requirement for Czech documents?
The listed sources do not set one head-height measurement for all these documents; the residence permit source requires a face height of at least 13 mm from eyes to chin[4].
How can I print multiple copies cheaply?
You can arrange your cropped photo onto a standard 4×6-inch photo template and print it at any local photo kiosk.