Official requirements
Finnish passport photo requirements
A Finnish digital passport photo must be exactly 500 × 653 pixels, JPEG and no larger than 250 KB. It must be no more than six months old, with the face directed at the camera, a neutral expression and a light, plain background.
Check your photo freeFile and measurements
- JPEG, not JPEG2000.
- Exactly 500 × 653 pixels.
- Maximum 250 KB.
- Top of head to chin: 445–500 pixels.
- Space above the head: 56–84 pixels.
Pose and expression
- Head, face, gaze and shoulders toward the camera.
- Neutral expression, mouth closed and eyes open.
- The whole face visible and sharp from nose to ears.
Light, background and authenticity
- Even light without hard shadows or blown highlights.
- Light, neutral, plain background without objects.
- No beauty editing or digital changes that weaken authenticity.
Frequently asked questions
Does a technical check mean Police approval?
No. The authority evaluates the photograph with the application; the photo server does not provide authority pre-approval.
What size and format must a digital passport photo have?
The photo must be exactly 500 × 653 pixels in JPEG format, not JPEG2000. The maximum file size is 250 KB, and the photo must be no more than six months old.
What pose and expression are required in a passport photo?
The head, face, gaze and shoulders must face the camera. Use a neutral expression with your mouth closed and eyes open. The whole face must be visible and sharp from nose to ears.
What background and lighting are required in a passport photo?
Use a light, neutral, plain background without objects. Lighting must be even, without hard shadows or blown highlights.
Can I change facial features or use beauty editing in a passport photo?
No. Do not use beauty editing, change facial features or make digital changes that weaken the photo’s authenticity.