Free Finland Passport Photo Maker
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Finland Passport Photo Requirements
| Size | 36×47 mm |
| Pixels (300 DPI) | 425×555 px |
| Background | Plain grey |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed |
| Eyes | Open and clearly visible |
Full Requirements Checklist
- ✓Size: 36×47 mm (unique Finnish format)
- ✓Plain grey background - lighter for dark hair, medium for light hair
- ✓Neutral expression, mouth closed
- ✓Both eyes open and clearly visible
- ✓No glasses
- ✓Head centered and straight
- ✓Face must cover 70 - 80% of frame
- ✓Taken within the last 6 months
- ✓ICAO biometric compliant
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a Finnish passport photo?
Finnish passport and visa photos have a unique size: 36 mm wide and 47 mm tall. This differs from the standard 35×45mm used by most EU countries.
What background color is required for Finnish passport photos?
Finland requires a plain grey background. The shade can vary - lighter grey for dark hair, medium grey for light hair - to ensure good contrast with your face.
Is the Finnish format the same as the Schengen standard?
No. Finland uses a 36×47mm format with a grey background, while the general Schengen standard is 35×45mm with white background. Always use the Finnish-specific format for Finnish documents.
Can I use this photo for a Finnish visa?
Yes. The 36×47mm grey background format is accepted for Finnish passports, ID cards, and visa applications.
Can I wear glasses?
No. Finnish passport regulations follow the ICAO biometric standard which does not permit glasses.
Is my photo uploaded to your servers?
No. All processing happens in your browser. Your photo never leaves your device.
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About the Author
Elena Dev, Founder of IDPhotoSnap
Elena Dev is the sole operator of IDPhotoSnap. Her work involves auditing the official photo specifications of 100+ countries against issuing-authority sources (embassies, government portals, ICAO 9303) and translating those rules into a browser-only tool that runs entirely on the user's device. The full 276-format specification dataset is published as MIT open data on GitHub. Source verification methodology and corrections policy are documented on the editorial standards page. Every article is written and reviewed by Elena Dev. Corrections: elena@idphotosnap.com.
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