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Ireland document photo specifications — every type compared
Ireland requires 2 document photo formats. This page lists each — passport, visa, ID, residence permit — with size in mm, head-height, background and the official source.
All Ireland document photo specifications
Every document type Ireland issues that requires a photo, listed below with the official spec. Click any document to read the full rules, including the printable layout, glasses and expression rules, and the source link.
| Document | Photo size | Head height | Background | Last verified | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passport | 35 × 45 mm | 70–80% | Cream or light grey | dfa.ie | |
| Visa | 35 × 45 mm | 70–80% | Light grey | irishimmigration.ie |