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SizingPixel-perfect 35×45 crop
Exports use 35 mm width and 45 mm height at 300 DPI — not approximate aspect ratios.
Passport photo dimensions
35×45 mm passport photos — the international standard
Thirty-five by forty-five millimetres is the most common passport photo size worldwide. This guide covers exact dimensions, pixel counts, country usage, and how Passprint enforces millimetre-accurate crops.
Exact 35×45 mm413×531 px @ 300 DPI50+ countries
Why millimetres matterA millimetre off can reject an application
A millimetre off can reject an application
when consulates measure printed photos physically
35×45 mm equals 3.5×4.5 cm. At 300 DPI that is 413×531 pixels. Generic editors crop to approximate ratios; passport offices measure the print with a ruler. Passprint automates the entire workflow from upload to print-ready sheet in just a few clicks.
Studio challenge
Pixel-perfect 35×45 crop
Every export uses 35 mm width and 45 mm height at 300 DPI — not approximate ratios that drift when printed.
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Studio challenge
Face height percentage enforced
ICAO Doc 9303 recommends the head occupy 70–80% of the image height. Country presets apply stricter bands on top.
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Studio challenge
2 mm grid on print sheets
Multiple 35×45 copies align to a precision grid so trim lines stay straight on your cutter.
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Sizing workflow
How to create a 35×45 mm passport photo
Upload any portrait, apply the 35×45 mm preset with ICAO face framing, and export a print-ready A4 sheet at 300 DPI.
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Upload source portrait
Phone or studio camera — Passprint accepts JPEG and PNG.
Select 35×45 mm preset
Millimetre-accurate crop with face-height percentage applied automatically.
Verify dimensions
Preview shows 35×45 mm framing before you spend a credit on export.
Download print sheet
A4 layout with up to 16 copies and 2 mm cutting guides.
Upload Photo
Processing
25 mm35 mm ISO
←35 mm→
25 to 35 mm (50 to 69%)
For Print (A4).pdf300 DPI
Passport Size Photos
A4 · 210 × 297 mm · 35 × 45 mm
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Upload source portrait
Phone or studio camera — Passprint accepts JPEG and PNG.
Upload Photo
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Select 35×45 mm preset
Millimetre-accurate crop with face-height percentage applied automatically.
Processing
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Verify dimensions
Preview shows 35×45 mm framing before you spend a credit on export.
25 mm35 mm ISO
←35 mm→
25 to 35 mm (50 to 69%)
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Download print sheet
A4 layout with up to 16 copies and 2 mm cutting guides.
For Print (A4).pdf300 DPI
Passport Size Photos
A4 · 210 × 297 mm · 35 × 45 mm
35×45 mm referenceDimension tools for 35×45 mm.
Dimension tools for 35×45 mm.
Measure once, print correctly.
Educational sizing context plus Passprint presets that enforce millimetre-accurate output.
413×531px at 300 DPI
3.5×4.5cm equivalent
50+Countries
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FramingFace-height percentage
ICAO-style head sizing keeps faces within the band consulates and passport offices expect.
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PresetsCountry preset library
Apply India, UK, or Schengen face-height rules on top of the base 35×45 dimensions.
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Layout2 mm print grid
Multiple copies align to a precision grid so trim lines stay straight on your cutter.
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ExportPrint-ready export
Up to 16 copies on A4 with cutting guides — handled automatically on export.
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ConvertSize conversion
Re-crop source portraits from other formats without stretching facial proportions.
35×45 mm FAQ
35×45 mm passport photo dimensions
The 35×45 mm format is defined in ISO/IEC standards for ID photos and adopted by ICAO Doc 9303 for machine-readable travel documents. It is the default across most of Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
What countries use 35×45 mm passport photos?
India, the United Kingdom, all Schengen states, Japan, Brazil, Singapore, the UAE, and most EU nations use 35×45 mm. The United States is a major exception with 2×2 inches.
How many pixels is 35×45 mm at 300 DPI?
At 300 DPI, 35×45 mm equals 413×531 pixels (width × height). At 600 DPI it doubles to 826×1063 pixels. Passprint handles resolution on export.
What is the face height rule for 35×45 mm photos?
ICAO Doc 9303 specifies the chin-to-crown distance should be 70–80% of the image height. Individual countries may require narrower bands — use country presets for India, UK, or Schengen.
Can I print multiple 35×45 photos on A4?
Yes. A4 paper (210×297 mm) fits up to 16 copies at 35×45 mm with 2 mm spacing. Passprint's layout editor places copies with cutting guides.
Is 35×45 the same as 3.5×4.5 cm?
Yes — 35×45 mm is identical to 3.5×4.5 centimetres. Passprint labels and exports using millimetres for print-shop clarity.
How does 35×45 mm differ from 2×2 inches?
35×45 mm is rectangular (aspect ratio 7:9). US 2×2 inch photos are square (51×51 mm). Converting between formats requires re-cropping with correct head framing, not stretching.
Official references
Last reviewed: July 6, 2026
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