Requirements at a glance
| Size | 36 × 47 mm (1.417 × 1.85 in) |
|---|---|
| Pixels | 500 × 653 px |
| DPI | 300 |
| Background color | white (#FFFFFF) |
| File size limit | Up to 1024 KB |
| Source | finlandabroad.fi |
| Last checked | 2026-10-29 |
| Spec code | finland-visa |
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Finland VISA photo?
It is 36 × 47 mm (1.417 × 1.85 in). The digital file is 500 × 653 px at 300 DPI.
What background color does the Finland VISA photo need?
This spec uses a white (#FFFFFF) background.
What file size is allowed for the Finland VISA photo?
The file should be no larger than 1024 KB.
Can I use this spec with the IDPhoto.ai API?
Yes. Set specCode to "finland-visa" in a POST /v2/makeIdPhoto request. The Passport Photo API reference describes the full request and response.
Make a photo with this spec
For developers
Send this spec code to the Passport Photo API.
curl -sS -X POST "https://api-us.idphotoapp.com/v2/makeIdPhoto" -H "Content-Type: application/json" -d '{"apiKey":"YOUR_API_KEY","apiSecret":"YOUR_API_SECRET","imageBase64":"BASE64_IMAGE","specCode":"finland-visa","outputFormat":"IMAGE_BASE64"}'
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