Polish Identity Card (dowód osobisty) Photo in the US
35 × 45 mm · white background · Ministry of Digital Affairs / municipal office (urząd gminy)
$8.99 digital file
Wrong size, background or crop? We fix it free or refund you in full. Refund policy
Rules last checked against Ministry of Digital Affairs / municipal office (urząd gminy) on 12 October 2026.
About this photo
Applying through the Ministry of Digital Affairs / municipal office (urząd gminy)? The Polish Identity Card (dowód osobisty) photo it wants measures 35 by 45 mm. If you apply online (the online form), the file must be at least 492 by 633 pixels, as a JPEG, no larger than 2.5 MB. A photo taken at home with a phone is fine provided it meets these rules; ask someone else to take it at eye level. A white background is accepted, as long as it is uniform and without pattern. Frame it so the head takes 31.5 to 36.0 mm of the 45 mm height. Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes naturally open; no headwear or dark glasses. Send us any clear picture and you get a Polish Identity Card (dowód osobisty) photo at these measurements, background included, checked before checkout.
Photo requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Digital file | JPEG, at least 492 × 633 pixels, up to 2.4 MB |
| Background | white |
| Head size | 70–80% of the photo height (31.5–36 mm, chin to crown, top of head, including hair) |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open |
| Glasses | Allowed. Eyes clearly visible, frames must not cover the eyebrows, no glare; dark lenses only with a disability certificate. |
| Head coverings | Allowed for religious reasons. Religious headwear only if the whole face oval and the ear line are uncovered, with a certificate of membership of a religious community registered in Poland. |
| Head position | Facing the camera, tilted no more than 10° |
| Other rules | Whole head (from the top) and upper shoulders; face 70-80% of the photo; White, evenly lit background with no shadows or decorations; only the person photographed; Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes naturally open; no headwear or dark glasses; Taken no more than 6 months before the application; sharp, natural colours, no creases |
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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 Polish Identity Card (dowód osobisty) photos
What size is a Polish Identity Card (dowód osobisty) photo?
Polish Identity Card (dowód osobisty) photos are 35 × 45 mm. The head should fill 70–80% of the photo height (31.5–36 mm, chin to crown, top of head, including hair).
What background does a Polish Identity Card (dowód osobisty) photo need?
A plain white background, 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 a Polish Identity Card (dowód osobisty) photo?
Yes. Eyes clearly visible, frames must not cover the eyebrows, no glare; dark lenses only with a disability certificate.
Can I smile in a Polish Identity Card (dowód osobisty) photo?
No. Keep a neutral expression with your mouth closed and your eyes open.
Can I wear a head covering?
Allowed for religious reasons. Religious headwear only if the whole face oval and the ear line are uncovered, with a certificate of membership of a religious community registered in Poland.
Can I take a Polish Identity Card (dowód osobisty) 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 Ministry of Digital Affairs / municipal office (urząd gminy). PhotoPass ID sizes your photo and checks it against these rules before you pay.
What file does the online application need?
A digital photo file: JPEG, at least 492 × 633 pixels, up to 2.4 MB. Your download is prepared to these settings.
How much does a Polish Identity Card (dowód osobisty) photo cost in the US?
$8.99 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: Ministry of Digital Affairs / municipal office (urząd gminy)
Read the rules on the authority's website: Ministry of Digital Affairs / municipal office (urząd gminy) (gov.pl).
Rules last checked against Ministry of Digital Affairs / municipal office (urząd gminy) on 12 October 2026.
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