Creating an Official Photo for Your German Driver's License

Need a photo for your German driver's license? Create it from the comfort of your home. Get your official driver's license photo for Germany online!

Driver's License Photo for Germany

Looking to craft a photo for your German driver's license? Easily create it online and ensure the photo meets all government standards.

Beyond just your driver's license, these photos can also be utilized for other official documents.

Simple and Convenient from Home

Creating driver's license photos has never been this effortless. Experiment until you're content, and we'll deliver the photos to you.

Advantages

Through our platform, you can easily craft photos for your German driver's license online. Capture the perfect shot using a smartphone, tablet, or camera to take the photo.

• Guaranteed Official Driver's License Photo for Germany
• Effortlessly Create from the Comfort of Home
• Dispatched Within 24 Hours
• More Cost-Effective than Traditional Photographers

How Does it Work?

Follow a few straightforward steps to produce an official German driver's license photo.

You can order your photo directly from us for delivery to your home. Alternatively, opt for our Express Service and get your driver's license photos in just 15 minutes.

Official Requirements for German Driver's License Photos

A driver's license photo serves to identify the applicant of a driver's license. Therefore, when applying for a driver's license, you must submit a color driver's license photo that provides a good likeness of yourself.

To be approved, the driver's license photo must meet all the requirements, unless there are applicable exceptions.

These requirements are based on the official government regulations. Our website checks whether your photo meets the requirements.

Dimensions Requirements for German Driver's License Photos

The photos must conform to specific size parameters, both in terms of overall dimensions (1.4 x 1.8 inches) and the proportion of the face within the image, ranging from 1.3 to 1.4 inches from chin to crown.

Photo Quality Requirements for German Driver's License Photos

The driver's license photo must be a clearness, sharp, and natural representation of your face with balanced contrast and colors.

We use high-quality glossy paper for crisp, high-resolution printing and adhere to a minimum 300 dpi requirement for optimal clarity.

Background Requirements for German Driver's License Photos

Our service employs advanced software to automatically remove the original background and add a light gray one that enhances contrast with your face and eliminates distractions. This process guarantees an even and monochromatic background without patterns or shadows.

Face Display Requirements for German Driver's License Photos

The full face, including ear attachments, must be clearly visible without obstructions or shadows, ensured through adequate lighting.

Accessories and glasses shouldn't cause reflections or obscure facial features, and headgear is permitted only for specific reasons and must not obstruct the face.

Posture Requirements for German Driver's License Photos

Head and shoulders must be straight and directly facing the camera. Avoid any tilting or angling of the head, as it can hinder facial recognition and potentially lead to application rejection.

If needed, use support device discreetly to maintain the correct posture, ensuring they are not visible in the photo.

Expression Requirements for German Driver's License Photos

It's necessary to maintain a neutral facial expression, avoiding smiles, frowning or having an open mouth.

Aim for a relaxed and natural look, without appearing sad or stern, by relaxing your facial muscles before the photo is taken. Emphasize presenting your genuine self in the photo, without alterations or exaggerations, to facilitate easy and accurate identification.

Glasses Requirements for German Driver's License Photos

For driver's license photos, it is essential that glasses do not obstruct a clear view of your eyes, and reflections or glare are minimized.

It is advised to adjust your position or the light source to prevent glare on the lenses. If necessary, remove glasses to ensure that your eyes are fully visible and your face is clearly identifiable.

Lighting Requirements for German Driver's License Photos

Even distribution of lighting on both the face and background is vital in driver's license photos to prevent underexposure, overexposure, and reflections.

White spots on the face, often resulting from flash or artificial light usage, should be avoided as they can cause issues like glare or uneven lighting.

It's essential to maintain natural color tones and correct color balance, ensuring a realistic and undistorted representation in the photo.

Positioning Requirements for German Driver's License Photos

When taking a driver's license photo, positioning your face correctly within the frame is critical. Ensure your face is centered and fully visible in the frame, even if large hairstyles aren't completely shown. Our website automatically adjusts your photo to the correct size and format.