Switzerland passport photo size & rules
Switzerland uses the 35x45mm format for passports and identity cards, equal to 413x531 pixels at 300 dpi. Swiss biometric rules are precise: the head from chin to crown should measure between 32mm and 36mm, and the eyes must sit within a defined band across the upper part of the photo. Because Switzerland issues combined passport-and-ID applications through cantonal passport offices, the same photo standard applies to both documents, and the biometric proportions are checked carefully at enrolment.
The background should be plain and light, typically a uniform light grey or white, without shadow, gradient, or texture. Face the camera directly with a strictly neutral expression and mouth closed, both eyes open and clearly visible, and the head straight rather than tilted. Switzerland is strict about glasses: reflections, tinted lenses, and thick frames covering the eyes lead to rejection, so removing glasses is safest. Head coverings are only accepted for religious or medical reasons, provided the full face remains visible. The photo must be recent, sharp, and in colour with natural skin tones.
Pixohub formats your Swiss passport or ID photo to 413x531 pixels with the correct head proportions directly in your browser, so nothing is uploaded and your image stays private on your own device, and the tool is free. Swiss biometric requirements are updated periodically and applied strictly by cantonal offices. Always confirm the current official specifications on the relevant cantonal or federal government website before printing or submitting your photo.