Pasfoto Nederland
Netherlands
35×45 mm volgens Rijksoverheid: gezichtslengte 26–30 mm (vanaf 11 jaar).
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Pasfoto Nederland — key specifications
At-a-glance summary of the official Netherlands photo template. Every value below is enforced automatically when you upload your image.
| Physical size | 35 mm × 45 mm (1.38 in × 1.77 in) |
|---|---|
| Digital size | 551 × 709 px (400 DPI) |
| Background | Plain white |
| Max file size | 5120 KB (JPEG) |
| Head coverage | 58–67% |
| Print sheet | 4x6 · 8 |
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Controleer op deze pagina de afmetingen en officiële regels.
- Afdruk: 35mm × 45mm
- Digitaal: 551–551px × 709–709px
- Max. bestandsgrootte: 5120 KB
Kleur, scherp, maximaal 6 maanden oud, effen lichte achtergrond.
Issuing authority and ICAO Doc 9303 alignment
Most countries adopt ICAO Doc 9303 Part 4 as the baseline biometric-portrait standard. The spec on this page reflects the country's published implementation, including any country-specific overrides on size, background colour, or face-coverage band.
Why use this Pasfoto Nederland tool
- $3.99Final photo + 4×6 print sheet. No subscription. Studios typically charge $15 – $30 for the same output.
- Free previewYou only pay once a watermarked preview confirms the crop, background, and biometric framing meet the spec.
- Refund if non-compliantIf our output fails the issuing-authority checklist, we refund — see our refund policy.
Common reasons Pasfoto Nederland photos are rejected
Issuing authorities reject submissions that miss any of the items below. Our tool automatically corrects crop, background, and dimensions, but you still control the original capture — review this list before you upload.
- photo_not_35x45_mm
- face_length_outside_rvig_band
- face_width_outside_16_20_mm
- background_or_lighting_non_compliant
- printed_below_400_dpi
- expression_not_neutral
- glasses_obscuring_eyes
Pasfoto Nederland — common questions
What is the official Pasfoto Nederland size?
The official Pasfoto Nederland size is 35 mm × 45 mm (1.38 in × 1.77 in). For digital uploads it equals 551 × 709 px at 400 DPI.
What background color is required for a Pasfoto Nederland?
Pasfoto Nederland photos must be taken on a plain white background, evenly lit and free of shadows or patterns.
How big should the face appear in a Pasfoto Nederland photo?
The head should fill 58–67% of the photo height, with eyes positioned in the upper-middle of the frame and a neutral expression looking straight at the camera.
Can I take a Pasfoto Nederland photo at home?
Yes. Use a recent phone photo against a plain wall, with even daylight and no glasses. Our tool then crops, recolors the background, and resizes to the official 35 mm × 45 mm template.
Can I print the Pasfoto Nederland at CVS, Walgreens, or another pharmacy?
Yes. We generate a 4x6 print sheet with 8 photos that any pharmacy or photo kiosk can print.
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Where we sourced these Netherlands specifications
Dimensions, background colour, and biometric framing on this page are compiled from the references below. Always reconfirm the latest guidance directly with the issuing authority before submitting an application.
- rijksoverheid.nl
- netherlandsworldwide.nl
- government.nl (RvIG Fotomatrix 2020 PDF)
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