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Germany passport photo requirements

Use the official Bundesportal instructions as the source of truth for passport photos.

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Official resource language: German

Official guidance

Check the issuing authority’s current instructions

For applications in Germany, digital passport photos have generally had to come from the authority or a registered domestic photo provider since 1 May 2025. Check the official page for current rules and exceptions abroad.

View official Germany instructions

Opens the Bundesportal website.

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