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Switzerland Passport photo requirements
35×45mmA Switzerland Passport photo is 35×45 mm, with the head 29.0–34.0 mm from chin to crown (64%–76% of the height). Background: light grey or cream. Source: the issuing authority (www.fedpol.admin.ch), checked 22 August 2026.
Requirements
- Photo size
- 35×45 mm
- Head height
- 64%–76% of photo height29.0–34.0 mm
- Background
- Light grey or cream
From the issuing authorityThese figures come from this country's own published rules: www.fedpol.admin.ch. Rules change, so check there before you submit.Last checked 22 August 2026
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Questions
What size is a Switzerland Passport photo?
35×45 mm.
How big should the head be in a Switzerland Passport photo?
From chin to crown, 64%–76% of the photo height, which is 29.0–34.0 mm.
What background does a Switzerland Passport photo need?
Light grey or cream.
Where do these requirements come from?
From the issuing authority's own published rules (www.fedpol.admin.ch), last checked on 22 August 2026.
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