Israeli Passport, Visa, and ID Photo Guide
Getting the right photo for your Israeli official documents is simple when you know the exact size requirements. This page covers every official size you need for passports, IDs, and visas.
Understanding Israeli Document Photo Sizes
The supplied guidance lists 50×50 mm for passports, visitor visas, and permanent-resident travel documents, and 35×45 mm as a common size for the other documents. Check the relevant authority’s current instructions before applying.
Because these sizes vary across different government departments, you must check which document you are applying for before you crop your image. You can easily adjust your pictures using the tool above to match these exact dimensions accurately.
Israeli Passport and Child Passport Photos
If you apply for an adult Israeli passport through the Population and Immigration Authority, you must submit a photo measuring 50×50 mm[1]. Child passport photos also require this exact 50×50 mm size, and you must submit them as printed copies[1].
The supplied guidance does not list a head-height measurement for passport photos. Check the authority’s current photo instructions for pose, expression, and clothing rules.
National ID Cards and Driving Licences
The supplied guidance does not establish a photo size or submission format for Israeli national ID cards or driving licences. Check the relevant authority’s instructions.
The supplied guidance does not list a head-height measurement for these photos. Check the application instructions for any framing requirements.
Visas and Permanent-Resident Travel Documents
The supplied guidance lists 50×50 mm for visitor visa and permanent-resident travel document photos, and 35×45 mm as a common size for student visa photos. Check each application’s instructions for the required photo size[2][3][4].
The supplied guidance lists printed and digital submissions for these applications. Check each application’s instructions to confirm the accepted format.
Firearms Licences and International Driving Permits
Applying for an organizational firearms licence for security guards requires a 35×45 mm photo[5]. International driving permits also use the 35×45 mm size, and you must submit them as printed copies[6].
The supplied guidance does not list a head-height measurement for these photos. Check the application instructions for other photo requirements.
Taking the Photo at Home
You can take your ID or passport photo at home using a digital camera or smartphone. Stand about one to two meters away from a plain, light-colored wall with no patterns or shadows.
Good lighting helps your camera capture clear details without casting dark shadows behind your head. Face the camera directly with a neutral expression and your mouth closed. Ask a helper to take the picture from your eye level rather than holding the camera too high or too low.
Printing and Submitting Your Photos
If your application requires a printed photo, check its instructions for print and paper requirements. You can use the tool above to arrange cropped photos on a print sheet.
Check whether your specific application requires printed copies or digital uploads before you submit your materials[1][7][8][6][2][3][5][4]. Taking your photo in bright, even lighting helps avoid rejections from government offices. Always double-check your final print measurements with a ruler before cutting your photos.
Before You Go to the Office
When you visit an official government office to submit your application or have your biometric photo taken on-site, check what documents you need to bring.
Wear plain clothing that contrasts with the background, and avoid wearing large accessories or hats unless worn for religious reasons. If the authority takes your picture at the office, follow the staff instructions carefully regarding your posture and gaze.
Frequently asked questions
What size is an Israeli passport photo?
An Israeli passport photo must be 50×50 mm[1].
What size is an Israeli national ID card photo?
The supplied guidance lists 35×45 mm as a common size for an Israeli national ID card photo[7]. Check the authority’s current instructions.
Does Israel require a specific head height for passport photos?
The supplied guidance does not list a head-height measurement for Israeli passport photos[1].
Can I use the same photo for a driving licence and a passport?
Do I need printed or digital photos for an Israeli student visa?
You can submit student visa photos as both printed copies and digital files[2].