Netherlands Driving Licence Photo: 35x45 mm Rijbewijs Pasfoto Rules (2026)
Dutch rijbewijs pasfoto rules: exact 35x45 mm size, 26-30 mm head height, light background guidance, and how to make a compliant driving licence photo.
Overview
In the Netherlands, the official pasfoto rules apply to a passport, identity card, or driving licence. Dutch driving licence photos therefore use the same core specifications as other Dutch identity documents, including the standard 35 × 45 mm format.
The most important Dutch detail is the relatively small head height inside the frame: 26 to 30 mm from chin to crown. This means the face occupies less of the frame than in many other countries’ biometric photo standards.
Official Specifications
| Requirement | Value |
|---|---|
| Document | Driving Licence |
| Size | 35 × 45 mm |
| Background | Light / neutral |
| Head height | 26–30 mm |
For a Dutch driving licence photo, the picture must be 35 mm wide and 45 mm high, with the head measuring 26–30 mm from chin to crown. The face must be centered, sharp, and evenly lit.
Background Requirements
The Dutch authority requires a uniform light background without visible pattern or shadows. Light grey, light blue, or off-white can be acceptable as long as the face stands out clearly from the background.
How to Make It with Passlens
Passlens supports the Dutch driving licence photo format using the same official pasfoto rules used for Dutch identity documents.
- Select the Netherlands Driving Licence preset.
- Upload a clean, front-facing portrait with a neutral expression.
- Use the Dutch-specific crop and head-height guidance (26–30 mm).
- Apply a compliant light background and remove any visible shadows.
- Export at print-ready DPI and measure one sample before submission.