Irish Learner Permit Photo in the UK
35 × 45 mm · white background · National Driver Licence Service (NDLS)
£6.99 digital file
Wrong size, background or crop? We fix it free or refund you in full. Refund policy
Rules last checked against National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) on 25 October 2026.
About this photo
Applying through the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS)? The Irish Learner Permit photo it wants measures 35 by 45 mm. Applications are made with printed photos, so you need a physical copy rather than an upload. Your head, chin to crown, should measure 32 to 36 mm on the print. Neutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed, looking straight at the camera. The National Driver Licence Service takes your photo at the counter when you apply, so a photo of your own is usually not needed for this document. Behind you: plain white or light grey or off-white, lit evenly so no shadow falls on the face or the wall. Send us any clear picture and you get a Irish Learner Permit photo at these measurements, background included, checked before checkout.
Photo requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Background | white, also accepted: light grey, off-white |
| Head size | 71–80% of the photo height (32–36 mm, chin to crown, top of head, including hair) |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open |
| Glasses | Allowed. No tinted lenses or sunglasses. No glare on the lenses. Frames must not cover any part of the eyes. |
| Head coverings | Allowed for religious or medical reasons. The whole face from chin to forehead must be visible. |
| Head position | Facing the camera, tilted no more than 10° |
| Other rules | Taken within the last 6 months; First permit: photo and signature captured electronically at the NDLS centre; online renewals reuse the Public Services Card photo; Neutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed, looking straight at the camera |
Do
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How it works
1. Take or upload a photo
Use your phone camera against a plain wall, or pick a photo you already have.
2. We size and check it
We crop to the right size, replace the background and check it against the rules above.
3. Download and use it
Pay once, then download the digital file and the print sheet straight away.
If our processing gets the size, background or crop wrong for this document, we fix it free or refund you in full. Final acceptance is always decided by the issuing authority.
Questions about Irish Learner Permit photos
What size is an Irish Learner Permit photo?
Irish Learner Permit photos are 35 × 45 mm. The head should fill 71–80% of the photo height (32–36 mm, chin to crown, top of head, including hair).
What background does an Irish Learner Permit photo need?
A plain white background (light grey, off-white is also accepted), with no shadows, patterns or objects. We replace the background for you, but a plain wall gives the cleanest edges around your hair.
Can I wear glasses in an Irish Learner Permit photo?
Yes. No tinted lenses or sunglasses. No glare on the lenses. Frames must not cover any part of the eyes.
Can I smile in an Irish Learner Permit photo?
No. Keep a neutral expression with your mouth closed and your eyes open.
Can I wear a head covering?
Allowed for religious or medical reasons. The whole face from chin to forehead must be visible.
Can I take an Irish Learner Permit photo at home?
Usually, yes, as long as it meets the rules above. Check the instructions for your application route, because final acceptance is always decided by National Driver Licence Service (NDLS). PhotoPass ID sizes your photo and checks it against these rules before you pay.
How much does an Irish Learner Permit photo cost in the UK?
£6.99 for the digital file, paid once. It includes a print-at-home sheet you can print at any photo shop.
What if something is wrong with my photo?
If our processing gets the size, background or crop wrong for this document, we fix it free or refund you in full. Final acceptance is always decided by the issuing authority.
Official source: National Driver Licence Service (NDLS)
Read the rules on the authority's website: National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) (ndls.ie).
Rules last checked against National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) on 25 October 2026.
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