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Poland Driving Licence Photo Requirements 2026
The Polish driving licence (Prawo jazdy) photo uses the same 35×45 mm biometric specification as the passport. Plain light background, head 32–36 mm. Photos are submitted at the Starostwo (county office) along with the application.
Quick specs
Photo size
35 × 45 mm
1.38 × 1.77 inches
Head height
32–36 mm
chin to crown
Background
Plain white or light grey, uniform across the frame.
Authority
Ministry of Internal Affairs and Administration
Key details
- Polish driving licence and passport share the same 35×45 mm specification.
- Photos are submitted at the Starostwo with the application.
Shared rules with the country overview
These apply to every document this country issues — see the full breakdown on the country page.
Background
Plain white or light grey, uniform across the frame.
Expression and eyes
Strictly neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open. No smiling.
Glasses
Glasses are not recommended in Polish biometric photos. If worn, no glare and eyes fully visible.
Recency
The photo must have been taken within the last six months.
Frequently asked questions
What size for a Polish driving licence photo? +
35×45 mm — the same as the Polish passport.
Can I reuse my passport photo for the driving licence? +
Yes — both documents use the identical 35×45 mm specification.
Where do I submit the photo? +
At the Starostwo (county office) along with the driving licence application.
Is the same photo used for the mPrawo jazdy digital licence? +
Yes — the mObywatel digital driving licence uses the same biometric photo.
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