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France Passport photo requirements
35×45mmA France Passport photo is 35×45 mm, with the head 32.0–36.0 mm from chin to crown (71%–80% of the height). Background: light blue or light grey. Source: the issuing authority (www.diplomatie.gouv.fr), checked 22 August 2026.
Requirements
- Photo size
- 35×45 mm
- Head height
- 71%–80% of photo height32.0–36.0 mm
- Background
- Light blue or light grey
From the issuing authorityThese figures come from this country's own published rules: www.diplomatie.gouv.fr. Rules change, so check there before you submit.Last checked 22 August 2026
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Questions
What size is a France Passport photo?
35×45 mm.
How big should the head be in a France Passport photo?
From chin to crown, 71%–80% of the photo height, which is 32.0–36.0 mm.
What background does a France Passport photo need?
Light blue or light grey.
Where do these requirements come from?
From the issuing authority's own published rules (www.diplomatie.gouv.fr), last checked on 22 August 2026.
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