Italian Passport Photo — Online, Approved First Time
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Italian Passport photo requirements
| Print size | 35 × 40 mm at 300 DPI |
| Head height | 70–80% of photo height |
| Background | white |
- Official domestic spec (Polizia di Stato) states width 35–40mm and 'sfondo chiaro a tinta unita' (light, uniform background) — not explicitly white; 2 of 3 consulates abroad checked agree with 35×40mm, but one states 35×45mm, so treat height as the less certain figure
- Photo must be printed — Italy does not accept a digital-only submission for passports
- Face at 70–80% of the photo is confirmed across all sources
- Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open, no red-eye
- Children must be photographed alone — no visible toys or other people in frame
⚠ These requirements are compiled from public sources and have not yet been individually verified. Please confirm against the official authority before submitting: questure.poliziadistato.it
Italian Passport photo — frequently asked questions
What size does a italian passport photo need to be?
35×40mm at 300 DPI.
What background do I need for a Italy italian passport?
The background must be white, plain, and evenly lit with no shadows or patterns.
How much of the photo should my head take up?
Your head (chin to crown) should fill 70–80% of the photo's height.
What else rejects a italian passport photo?
Official domestic spec (Polizia di Stato) states width 35–40mm and 'sfondo chiaro a tinta unita' (light, uniform background) — not explicitly white; 2 of 3 consulates abroad checked agree with 35×40mm, but one states 35×45mm, so treat height as the less certain figure Photo must be printed — Italy does not accept a digital-only submission for passports Face at 70–80% of the photo is confirmed across all sources Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open, no red-eye Children must be photographed alone — no visible toys or other people in frame
Can I use a selfie or a photo from my phone?
Yes — take the photo against a plain wall in good, even light, then upload it. Our AI detects your face and crops it to the exact Italy spec automatically; nothing is uploaded to a server.
How much does a italian passport photo cost?
$14.99, one-time, for the compliant digital file and a print-ready version. No subscription.