What size is an Irish passport photo?
Printed photos are 35x45 mm minimum and 38x50 mm maximum. Online photos must be at least 715 pixels wide by 951 pixels high.
Irish passport photo guide
Irish Passport Photos Online - Instant Digital + Print File
Irish passport photos can be printed (35x45 mm up to 38x50 mm) or uploaded for Passport Online. Digital photos must be JPEG, at least 715x951 pixels, no larger than 9 MB, and taken within the last six months on a plain light grey, white, or cream background.
- Printed: 35x45 mm minimum, 38x50 mm maximum
- Online: JPEG, at least 715x951 pixels, under 9 MB
- Plain light grey, white, or cream background
- Taken within the last 6 months
- Neutral expression, mouth closed
Passport Online vs paper application
Most adults renewing an Irish passport apply through Passport Online and upload a digital photo. Paper applications need printed photos on photo-quality paper.
The digital photo must not be edited or enhanced, and it must be free of compression artefacts, so upload the original file rather than a screenshot.
Photo checklist
Ireland asks for your image from head to mid-torso with space around the head and shoulders.
- Look straight at the camera without tilting your head
- Do not smile; keep your mouth closed
- Clear glasses are allowed if there is no glare and the frames do not cover the eyes
- No sunglasses or tinted lenses
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I smile in an Irish passport photo?
No. Keep a neutral expression with your mouth closed.
What file does Passport Online accept?
A color JPEG no larger than 9 MB, at least 715x951 pixels, taken within the last six months.