🇱🇺 Luxembourg passport and ID photos

Documents Covered and Photo Sizes

This page covers photos for Luxembourg passports, child passports, national identity cards, driving licences, international driving permits, residence permits, refugee travel documents, and Schengen visitor visas^{[1][2][3][4][5][6]}.

The listed photo size is 35×45 mm for each document. This is a common size for the passport, child passport, national identity card, international driving permit, residence permit, refugee travel document, and Schengen visa; it is listed as official for the driving licence. The supplied information does not identify one official size shared by all documents.

Official Rules and Common Sizes

It is helpful to know how authorities classify these photo requirements. For instance, the photo size for a Luxembourg driving licence is an official requirement^[3].

The supplied information lists 35×45 mm as a common size for the passport, identity card, residence permit, international driving permit, refugee travel document, and Schengen visa; it does not list head-height measurements for these documents^{[1][2][3][4][5][6]}.

Printed Submissions

The cited sources do not establish that every document listed requires a printed photo. Check the instructions for the relevant application before preparing a print^{[1][2][3][4][5][6]}.

You can format your cropped image into an ordinary 4×6-inch photo sheet using the tool above. This lets you print multiple copies cheaply at any standard photo kiosk.

Practical Tips for Taking Your Photo

To get a clear and usable picture at home, stand facing a bright window to get natural, even lighting on your face. Avoid harsh shadows under your chin or behind your head.

Keep the camera at eye level, roughly one to 1.5 metres away from your face. It is always best to ask a friend or family member to take the photo rather than trying to take a selfie, which can distort your features.

Turn off your camera flash to avoid red-eye or unnatural bright spots on your skin. Make sure the room has enough daylight so your camera sensor can capture a sharp image without adding digital grain.

Avoiding Common Rejection Reasons

Check that your background is plain and light-coloured so your face stands out clearly. Luxembourg authorities look for a clear, unobstructed view of your face.

Keep your expression neutral with your mouth closed. Keep your eyes open and looking directly at the camera, and remove hats, scarves, or tinted glasses that hide your facial features.

Avoid wearing uniforms or clothing that matches the colour of your background, as this can blend your shoulders into the wall. Make sure your hair is tucked away from your eyes and face so officials can see your full facial structure clearly.

Before You Go

Review the specific application checklist provided by the government to confirm whether you need to bring physical paper copies or if other documents are required^{[1][2][3][4][5][6]}.

Double-check that your printed photos are recent and accurately reflect your current appearance. If you have changed your hair colour significantly or grown a beard, taking a fresh picture helps prevent delays at the office.

Printing and Cutting

When you print your 4×6-inch photo sheet, choose a matte or glossy finish at a standard photo printer. Avoid using home inkjet printers on plain paper, as low-quality paper can make the image look grainy or pixelated.

Use a sharp pair of scissors or a paper trimmer to cut along the outer edges of your 35×45 mm photo. Keep your cuts straight and clean so the physical print fits neatly into official paperwork or application forms.