Make Your Germany Residence Permit Photo Online
Renewing or applying for a residence permit in Germany? Get a compliant photo in minutes — no studio visit required.
Make my residence permit photo
Ready to printSized and cropped to Germany's residence permit photo requirements (3.5 × 4.5 cm)
Works from any phone or computer — no app or software installation needed
Your photo never leaves your device: all processing happens locally in the browser
Download a print-ready sheet or a digital copy for your application
How it works
Upload a photo
Take a photo with your phone or upload an existing picture from your device.
Adjust the framing
The generator crops the picture to the official size and automatically positions it on the face; slightly align it with the template and fine-tune the zoom, brightness and contrast.
Download or print
Download a digital copy or a print-ready sheet and print it at home or in any photo shop.
Official requirements
- Document: Residence permit
- Exact photo size: 3.5 × 4.5 cm
- Printed photo — download a print-ready sheet or print at home
- Head height (chin to crown): 70–80% of the photo height
Frequently asked questions
Yes — the photo follows the official size and framing rules. Check the official guidance for any document-specific details before submitting.
Yes. Your picture is processed entirely in your browser and is never uploaded to a server — it never leaves your device.
Yes. Creating, downloading and printing the photo is completely free — no watermarks, no sign-up.
Germany's official rules cover more than size. The background must be a single colour, shadow-free, with clear contrast against your face and hair. Keep a neutral expression with your mouth closed. If you wear glasses, your eyes must be clearly visible with no glare on the lenses. A head covering is allowed only for religious reasons, provided your face stays fully visible.