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Polish ID card photo
Polish ID card photo: 35 × 45 mm; digital file 827 × 1063 px JPEG, max 2.5 MB; head 70–80% of the photo height; plain and light-coloured background; glasses best removed; taken in the last 6 months.
Polish ID card photo requirements
From the official government page. Our tool measures your photo against each of these.
| Document | Dowód osobisty (print or online) |
|---|---|
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm |
| Digital file | 827 × 1063 px JPEG, max 2.5 MB |
| Head size | 70–80% of the photo height |
| Background | Plain and light-coloured |
| Glasses | Best removed; must not hide your eyes or reflect light |
| Photo age | Taken in the last 6 months |
Rules checked against the official page on 25 Oct 2026.
Tips for your Polish ID card photo
- Online: at least 492 × 633 pixels, up to 2.5 MB.
- Face fills 70–80% of the photo.
- Natural skin tone.
- Stand in front of a plain, light wall, a step away from it so no shadow falls behind you.
- Face a window so light falls evenly on both sides of your face.
- Ask someone to take the photo about 1.5 m away, at your eye level, with space above your head.
Questions
What size is the Polish ID card photo?
35 × 45 mm. The digital file is 827 × 1063 px JPEG, max 2.5 MB.
What background do I need?
Plain and light-coloured, with no patterns, objects or shadows. Our tool checks the background and tells you if it needs a retake. We never replace backgrounds, because edited photos are rejected.
Can I wear glasses?
Best removed; must not hide your eyes or reflect light.
Can I take this photo at home?
Yes. Ask someone to take it with a good camera or the back camera of a phone, in daylight, in front of a plain light wall. The tool shows you every measurement before you download.
Is it free?
Yes. You only need a free account to download. No card and no subscription.
Is my photo uploaded?
No. The checks run inside your browser, so your photo stays on your device.