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Our AI checks your photo against all Switzerland identitätskarte requirements — dimensions, background, head size, and more.

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Distance from the camera — Switzerland identitätskarte photo tip

Distance from the camera

Position yourself at least 50 cm (20 inches) from the camera. Ideally, have another person take the photo.

Face in front of the camera — Switzerland identitätskarte photo tip

Face in front of the camera

Place your face directly in front of the lens. Keep a neutral expression. Hold the camera at face height.

Even lighting — Switzerland identitätskarte photo tip

Even lighting

Ensure a well-lit environment to avoid shadows on your face or the picture’s background.

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Your Switzerland Identitätskarte Photo Guide

Getting your Switzerland identitätskarte photo right the first time saves you time, money, and frustration. Whether you're submitting a new application or renewing your identitätskarte, your photo must meet strict government specifications — and a single mistake means rejection.

Our AI-powered tool handles background removal, precise cropping, and compliance verification — all in under 3 seconds. We offer a 100% acceptance guarantee backed by a full refund policy, and we trust our service so much that we stand behind every photo we produce.

Why choose passportsize-photo.online for Switzerland identitätskarte photos?

  • Exact Switzerland identitätskarte specifications: Our AI automatically applies the official Switzerland identitätskarte photo requirements — dimensions, background color, head size ratio, and face positioning.
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  • AI-Powered Accuracy: Our system verifies every requirement — dimensions, DPI, head size, eye line, background color — so you don't have to.
  • Guaranteed Acceptance: If your photo is rejected by any government agency, we refund 100% of your payment.

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Identitätskarte photo specifications

SpecificationRequirement
Print size35 × 45 mm
Digital size413 × 531 pixels
Resolution300 DPI
BackgroundWhite (rgb 255,255,255)
Head height70% – 80% of frame
Eye position55% from bottom
GlassesAllowed
ExpressionNeutral — no smile
Digital submissionAccepted for online applications
Print requiredDigital-only accepted

How Identitätskarte photo differs from Switzerland passport photo

The identitätskarte photo requirements are identical to the Switzerland passport photo requirements — no differences.

Switzerland identitätskarte photo rules

Switzerland identitätskarte photos must be exactly 35×45mm when printed, or 413×531 pixels for digital submission at 300 DPI. The background must be plain white.

Your face must occupy between 70% and 80% of the total frame height, measured from chin to crown of head.

Glasses are permitted in your Switzerland identitätskarte photo, though you may achieve better results by removing them.

Your expression must be neutral — mouth closed, no smile. This is strictly enforced.

Tips

  • Print photo is same as Swiss passport — 35×45mm
  • For DIGITAL upload: exactly 1440×1980 pixels (width×height), JPEG ~700KB
  • Eyes must be at 50-60% of photo height from the bottom
  • Inter-pupillary distance: 15-20% of photo width
  • Photo must NOT be retouched
  • Specified in Swiss federal law (Art. 12 VAwG)

What a compliant Switzerland identitätskarte photo looks like

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Incorrect Switzerland identitätskarte photo example — wrong background and positioning
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Correct Switzerland identitätskarte photo example — white background, centered, neutral expression

Important notes

Swiss ID Card has TWO spec variants: PRINT (35×45mm = same as CHE passport) and DIGITAL (1440×1980 pixels, ~700KB JPEG). The digital spec is UNIQUE and specified in Swiss federal law (Art. 12 VAwG / Fedlex). Digital upload requires: JPEG baseline format, 8-bit colour, ~700KB, not retouched. Inter-pupillary distance must be 15-20% of image width. Eyes at 50-60% of height from bottom. The digital spec applies to self-uploaded photos through the issuing authority's email link system.

Processing & fees

Processing time

Not researched

Official fee

Not researched

Validity

10 years (5 years for under 18)

Switzerland identitätskarte photo FAQ

A Switzerland identitätskarte photo is 35×45mm when printed, or 413×531 pixels for digital submission at 300 DPI.

Switzerland identitätskarte photos require a white background (rgb 255,255,255).

Yes, glasses are allowed in Switzerland identitätskarte photos, though removing them is recommended for best results.

No, Switzerland identitätskarte photos require a neutral expression — mouth closed, no smile.

The official government fee for a Switzerland identitätskarte is Not researched. passportsize-photo.online charges $4.99 for your compliant photo — separate from the government fee.

A Switzerland identitätskarte is valid for 10 years (5 years for under 18).

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