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Russia International Passport Photo Requirements 2026
The Russian international passport (Zagranpasport) photo uses the same 35×45 mm biometric specification as the internal Russian passport. For the biometric 10-year passport, MVD captures a digital photo at the application appointment along with fingerprints.
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.
Authority
Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD)
Key details
- International passport and internal passport share the same 35×45 mm format.
- For the biometric 10-year version, MVD captures the photo on-site.
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. No textures, patterns, or shadows.
Expression and eyes
Neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open. No smiling.
Glasses
Glasses are allowed only for daily wearers, with clear non-tinted lenses and no glare. Sunglasses are not permitted.
Recency
The photo must have been taken within the last six months.
Frequently asked questions
What size for a Russian international passport photo? +
35×45 mm — same as the internal Russian passport.
Does MVD capture the biometric photo? +
Yes — for the biometric 10-year international passport, MVD captures the photo on-site at the appointment.
Is there a 5-year non-biometric option? +
Yes — for the 5-year non-biometric passport, you submit a printed photo. MVD captures biometrics only for the 10-year version.
Can I use my Russian visa photo for the international passport? +
Yes — both documents use the identical 35×45 mm specification.
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