Question 1

What size does a Slovak passport photo need to be?

Accepted Answer

Slovak passport photos must be 35×45mm. Slovakia follows ICAO biometric standards, meaning the head height (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.

Question 2

How do I submit a passport photo in Slovakia?

Accepted Answer

Passport applications are submitted at an Oddelenie dokladov (document office) within the local Ministerstvo vnútra SR district office. Digital submission is also possible via the slovensko.sk government portal. ID Wizard produces a high-resolution JPEG at the correct 35×45mm dimensions, accepted for both digital upload and printing at a photo centre.

Question 3

Are glasses allowed in a Slovak passport photo?

Accepted Answer

No. Slovakia follows ICAO biometric guidelines, which prohibit glasses in passport photos. Glasses can cause reflections and obscure the facial features required for biometric processing. Remove your glasses before taking your passport photo.

Question 4

What background is required for a Slovak passport photo?

Accepted Answer

The background must be plain white or very light grey. There must be clear contrast between the background and your face and hair. Patterned, coloured, or dark backgrounds are not accepted for Slovak passports or national ID cards.

Question 5

How recent must my Slovak 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 use the same photo for my občiansky preukaz and vodičský preukaz?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The photo requirements for the Slovak občiansky preukaz (national ID card) and vodičský preukaz (driving licence) are identical to those for the cestovný pas (passport): 35×45mm, plain white or very light grey background, head height 32–36mm, neutral expression, no glasses, taken within 6 months. One photo produced by ID Wizard works for all three documents.

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