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Romania Passport Photo Size and Requirements

Guide to the Romanian passport photo: 35x45mm size, light background rules, and how to create a compliant photo free and privately in your browser.

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How to use Romania Passport Photo

  1. 1Upload a clear, front-facing photo taken against a plain white or light grey background.
  2. 2Drag to frame your head within the 35×45mm crop guide.
  3. 3The photo is sized to exactly 413×531px at 300 DPI.
  4. 4Download your print-ready passport photo — nothing is uploaded.

Features

  • Photo dimensions of 35mm by 45mm (413 x 531 pixels at 300 DPI)
  • Plain white or light grey background with no shadows or patterns
  • Neutral expression, mouth closed, and eyes open and visible
  • Even lighting with no glare, reflections, or red-eye
  • Recent photograph that reflects your current appearance
  • Head coverings only for religious reasons with the full face visible

Romania passport photo size & rules

Romania, a country in Southeastern Europe at the crossroads of the Carpathian Mountains, the Danube river, and the Black Sea coast, requires a standardised photograph for every passport (pasaport) application. The photo must measure 35 millimetres wide by 45 millimetres tall, equal to 413 by 531 pixels at 300 DPI, in line with the ICAO biometric standard used throughout the European Union.

Romanian passports are issued by the General Directorate for Passports (Directia Generala de Pasapoarte) under the Ministry of Internal Affairs, with applications processed at county passport services. The photograph must show your full face with a neutral expression, mouth closed, and eyes open and clearly visible, set against a plain white or light grey background. Even lighting is required so no shadows appear on the face or behind the head. Glasses should generally be removed, and head coverings are only accepted for religious reasons when the full face stays visible.

With this tool you can produce a compliant Romanian passport photo entirely in your browser. Every step is processed locally on your device, so nothing is uploaded and your image stays completely private, and the service is free to use. As official requirements can be updated, always verify the current rules with the Directia Generala de Pasapoarte before submitting your passport application.

Frequently asked questions

What size is a Romanian passport photo?

It must be 35mm wide by 45mm tall, equal to 413 by 531 pixels at 300 DPI, matching the EU biometric standard.

Who issues passports in Romania?

Passports are issued by the General Directorate for Passports (Directia Generala de Pasapoarte) under the Ministry of Internal Affairs, through county passport services.

Can I smile in my Romanian passport photo?

No. A neutral expression with a closed mouth is required, and smiling or other expressions can cause your photo to be rejected.

What background should I use?

Use a plain white or light grey background that is uniform and free of shadows, objects, or patterns.

Should I check the current requirements first?

Yes. Requirements can change, so always confirm the latest official rules with the Directia Generala de Pasapoarte before submitting your application.

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