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Baby Passport Photo Online

For Infants, Newborns & Toddlers

Taking passport photos of babies is challenging - they wiggle, close their eyes, and won't sit still. IDPicly makes it easy with AI that works with imperfect baby photos.

Newborn-friendly 35+ countries Instant results

Create Baby Passport Photo – $3.99

How to Take a Baby Passport Photo at Home

Prepare the Setup

Lay a plain white sheet on a flat surface (bed, floor, or car seat). Position near a window for natural light. Avoid direct sunlight that creates shadows.

Pro tip: A white fitted crib sheet works perfectly

Position Your Baby

Lay baby on their back on the white surface. For older babies/toddlers, you can use a car seat covered with white fabric. Ensure head is centered and face is straight.

Pro tip: After feeding is the best time - baby is calm but awake

Get Their Attention

Hold your phone directly above baby's face. Have someone make sounds or show a toy just behind your phone to get baby to look up with eyes open.

Pro tip: Rattles or squeaky toys work great

Take Multiple Photos

Take 10-20 photos in quick succession. Babies blink and move constantly - you need options. Look for one with eyes open, mouth closed, neutral expression.

Pro tip: Burst mode on your phone captures many quickly

Upload to IDPicly

Select the best photo and upload. Our AI removes any visible sheet wrinkles, adjusts the background to pure white, and sizes correctly for your country.

Pro tip: We can work with slightly imperfect photos

Common Baby Passport Photo Mistakes

Eyes closed

Take many photos, use toys to get attention

Hand or pacifier visible

Remove all objects, support baby from behind

Shadows on face

Use diffused natural light, face window

Baby not centered

Position camera directly above face

Mouth open or crying

Wait for calm moment, try after feeding

Head tilted

Gently position head straight, take photo quickly

Don't worry if your photo isn't perfect - IDPicly AI can fix minor issues like background wrinkles and slight tilts.

Requirements by Age

Age	Eyes Open	Expression	Tips
Newborn (0-3 months)	Required (some leniency)	Neutral	Lay flat, photograph from above
Infant (3-12 months)	Required	Neutral	Car seat with white cover works well
Toddler (1-3 years)	Required	Neutral, mouth closed	Use high chair against white wall
Child (3+ years)	Required	Neutral, mouth closed	Same requirements as adults

Baby Photo Size by Country

🇺🇸United States

2×2 inch

Eyes must be open

🇬🇧United Kingdom

35×45 mm

Eyes open, mouth closed

🇨🇦Canada

50×70 mm

Neutral expression

🇦🇺Australia

35×45 mm

Eyes open required

🇮🇳India

51×51 mm

White background only

🇪🇺Schengen/EU

35×45 mm

ICAO compliant

IDPicly supports 35+ countries. View all requirements

Baby Passport Photo FAQ

How do I take a passport photo of a newborn baby?▼

Lay your baby on a white sheet or blanket. Stand directly above and take the photo looking down. Make sure the baby's eyes are open, face is visible, and no hands or pacifiers are in the frame. Natural light from a window works best.

Do babies need to have their eyes open for passport photos?▼

Yes, for most countries babies must have their eyes open. For newborns under 6 months, some countries are more lenient. The US requires eyes open for all ages. Try taking photos after feeding when baby is alert but calm.

Can I hold my baby in a passport photo?▼

No, hands cannot appear in the photo. However, you can support your baby from behind with a hand under the white sheet, as long as it's not visible. Some parents use a car seat covered with a white sheet.

What background do I need for a baby passport photo?▼

A plain white background is required for most countries. Use a white sheet, white poster board, or lay baby on white bedding. Ensure no shadows, patterns, or colors are visible.

How often do I need to renew my baby's passport photo?▼

Babies change quickly, so passport photos must accurately represent their current appearance. US passports for children under 16 are valid for 5 years, but you may need a new photo if appearance changes significantly.

Can my baby wear a headband or hat in the passport photo?▼

No, head coverings are not allowed except for religious reasons. Remove headbands, bows, hats, and hair accessories. The full head and hair must be visible.