Resize Your Netherlands Passport Photo
A Netherlands passport or ID photo must meet these official rules. Size: 35 x 45 mm. Head size: 26-30 mm, chin to crown. Background: plain grey, light blue or white, with no gradient or shadow.
Netherlands photo specifications
Disclaimer: visapicresizer.com is an independent tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any government, embassy, consulate, or immigration authority. All photo specifications shown are sourced from publicly available official documents for informational purposes only. Always verify current requirements on the official government website before submitting your application.
Passport or ID photo
| Print size | 35 x 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Pixel size | Not stated by the source |
| File size | Not stated by the source |
| DPI | 400 |
| Head size | 26-30 mm, chin to crown |
| Background | Plain grey, light blue or white, with no gradient or shadow. |
| Glasses | Allowed if your eyes are clearly visible |
| Head covering | Religious or medical reasons only |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed. |
| File format | Not stated by the source |
| Photo age | Up to 6 months |
Good to know
- The head size applies from age 11. For age 10 and under it is 19-30 mm.
- Printed at 400 dpi or more on smooth photo paper. Edited photos and copies are not accepted.
Official sources
Last checked: 2026-11-05
How to resize your photo
- Choose Netherlands and your document in the tool. This page starts with the passport or ID photo.
- Add your photo by dragging it in, pasting it or browsing for it. It stays on your device.
- Drag and zoom until the head and shoulders sit correctly in the frame.
- Check the size and file details under What you'll get.
- Download the JPEG, then compare it with the official page before you apply.
Common mistakes
- Using the wrong background. The rule: plain grey, light blue or white, with no gradient or shadow.
- Getting the head size wrong. It must be 26-30 mm, chin to crown.
- Forgetting the glasses rule: allowed if your eyes are clearly visible.
- Reusing an old photo. It can be up to 6 months old.
- Retouching the photo or adding filters. This authority does not allow altered photos.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a Netherlands passport or ID photo?
A Netherlands passport or ID photo must be 35 x 45 mm.
What background does a Netherlands photo need?
For the passport or ID photo, the background must be: plain grey, light blue or white, with no gradient or shadow.
Can I wear glasses in a Netherlands photo?
For the passport or ID photo: allowed if your eyes are clearly visible.
Can I wear a head covering in a Netherlands photo?
For the passport or ID photo: religious or medical reasons only.
How old can a Netherlands photo be?
The passport or ID photo can be up to 6 months old.
Is my photo uploaded to your server?
No. The photo is processed in your browser and stays on your device.
Does this tool guarantee my photo will be accepted?
No. It sizes your photo to the stated rules, but the authority makes the final decision. Check the official Netherlands page before you apply.