Question 1

What size does a Serbian passport photo need to be?

Accepted Answer

Serbian passport photos must be 35×45mm. Serbia follows the ICAO biometric standard. The head height from chin to crown must be approximately 32–36mm within the frame. The photo must show the full face with a neutral expression, mouth closed, and eyes open looking directly at the camera. Requirements are set by MUP (Ministarstvo unutrašnjih poslova — Ministry of the Interior).

Question 2

What background colour is required for a Serbian passport photo — blue or white?

Accepted Answer

Serbian biometric passports (issued since 2008) require a light blue background, not plain white. This is a specific requirement of the Serbian MUP for biometric passport applications. However, the shade can vary between issuing offices. Always confirm the exact shade required with your local MUP police station (Policijska stanica) before submitting your application. ID Wizard can produce your photo with either a light blue or white background depending on confirmed local guidance.

Question 3

Are glasses allowed in a Serbian passport photo?

Accepted Answer

No. MUP follows ICAO biometric guidelines and does not accept photos where glasses are worn. Glasses can cause reflections and obscure the facial features required for biometric processing. Remove your glasses before taking your passport photo.

Question 4

Is a hijab or head covering allowed in a Serbian passport photo?

Accepted Answer

A hijab or other religious head covering may be worn, but the full face must be clearly visible from forehead to chin and ear to ear. No part of the face may be obscured. The background must still be clearly visible and in contrast with the face and hair or covering. These rules align with the general ICAO biometric requirements applied by MUP.

Question 5

How recent must my Serbian passport photo be?

Accepted Answer

Your photo must have been taken within the last 6 months at the time of submission. Using an older photo may result in your application being rejected. ID Wizard produces your photo immediately, so it will always satisfy the recency requirement.

Question 6

Can I take my Serbian passport photo at home?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can photograph yourself at home using a smartphone or digital camera, provided the result meets MUP requirements: correct lighting, plain background, front-facing, no glasses, neutral expression. ID Wizard processes your home photo to produce a correctly formatted 35×45mm biometric image ready for submission at a MUP police station.

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