Official Austrian passport photo requirements for 2026. Size, background and rules. Create a compliant photo online.
Image Created with AI for IllustrationA new passport in Austria requires a current photograph even when an earlier passport remains useful for establishing identity. The government’s application guidance distinguishes cases where the applicant has an old passport, an identity card, another official photo ID or no photo ID. The supporting evidence changes, but the new passport picture remains part of each checklist.
The requested image is a color photograph measuring 35 millimeters wide by 45 millimeters high, taken within six months. Use the photo requirements and framing to prepare the intended output, and check photo quality before arranging the final print. A recognizable likeness lets the authority connect the new portrait with the older identity record.
If the name has changed, additional civil-status evidence may be needed. Prepare that change together with the photograph rather than treating the picture as the only update in a renewal. Your passport used for border crossing must carry the current name, and the other identity documents help the issuing authority establish the correct details.
Applicants abroad should check the responsible representation’s arrangements through the embassy and consulate directory. Preserve the original digital photograph if another copy is needed, while supplying the format requested by the passport office. For onward travel, use the visa finder to research any separate entry application. A photograph prepared for the Austrian passport may still need a different output format for a foreign visa.
Photo dimensions must be precise to avoid rejection. The face-to-frame ratio is equally important for proper identification.
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Proper lighting ensures your photo is clear and natural. Uneven exposure or artificial glare can lead to rejection.
Your face must be fully visible with a neutral expression for easy identification and facial recognition.
Glasses are allowed only if they do not obstruct visibility. Headwear is permitted only for valid medical or religious reasons.
Improper posture can lead to application rejection. Your face and shoulders should be correctly aligned and fully visible.
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