Suriname Passport Photo
Turn an ordinary photo into a fully compliant Suriname passport picture: correct 35x45 mm size, light, even background and exact head dimensions accepted by Burgerzaken and consulates.
- Meets ICAO 9309
- SSL-secured payment
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| Delivery | File by email right after payment |
|---|---|
| Included | Photo + self-print sheet — free |
| Guarantee | Rejected? Refund or free redo |
| Standard | Meets ICAO 9309 |
| Payment | Secure (SSL) · Visa · Mastercard |
| Privacy | GDPR · photos deleted automatically |
A better photo is needed
- Good even lighting, no shadows
- Face straight, neutral expression, mouth closed
- Plain light background
- Camera at eye level, not too close
A document photo is a headache of its own
A Suriname Passport photo has strict requirements, and a mistake costs time and money. We’ll show you how to pass on the first try.
It gets rejected
Wrong size, background or cropping — and the system returns the application.
Expensive and slow
A trip to a photo studio means a queue, time and €7–12 for a reshoot.
Confusing requirements
Exact size, head height, light background, facial expression — easy to get wrong.
Redo it all over
Rejected — take another photo, pay and submit again. Round and round.
«PhotoID24 does it all for you: upload an ordinary photo — get a ready file exactly matching the official requirements.»
A ready photo in three steps
A compliant Suriname Passport photo in a couple of minutes: upload a selfie and we professionally fit the 35 × 45 mm size, background and margins to the official requirements.
Upload a photo
Camera or gallery.
We prepare it
White background, the exact size and resolution for your document.
Download and submit
Pay and get the ready file by email — for 5,99 €. Free re-edits until your document is accepted.
Ordinary photo → ready for submission
We remove the background and clutter, set the framing and lighting — keeping your face without «beautifying».
Your face stays yours — we do not change features, only the background, lighting and framing.
Your Passport photo: what matters
A Suriname passport photo must follow the ICAO biometric standard enforced by the Directoraat Burgerzaken (Civil Affairs) and the country's consular missions abroad. The goal is simple: a clean, neutral portrait that the issuing officer accepts on the first submission. Our service takes your normal photo and automatically prepares it to the exact official measurements, so you never guess about millimetres, framing or background.
The detail most applicants miss is the background rule. Suriname accepts an even, monochromatic background that is light grey, light blue or white — but never a gradient, never a shadow on the wall, and never a busy colour. Equally important is the head size: the portrait uses a 35x45 mm frame with the head measuring about 34.5 mm from chin to crown, and both ears must be clearly visible. There is also a practical split worth knowing: domestic e-passport applications capture your biometrics on-site, so a printed photo is often optional — but consular applications abroad require three identical printed colour photos.
- Size: 35x45 mm (827x1063 px), ICAO biometric format.
- Background: even and monochromatic — light grey (#E6E6E6), light blue or white, no shadows or gradients.
- Face: fills 70-80% of the frame height; head ~34.5 mm chin to crown; both ears visible.
- Expression: neutral, mouth closed, eyes open and looking at the camera.
- Glasses: not allowed.
- Headwear: none, except plain religious covering that leaves the full face open.
- Recency: taken within the last 6 months.
- Common reasons photos are rejected in Suriname:
- Coloured or patterned background, or a visible shadow behind the head instead of an even light grey, blue or white tone.
- Hair, headscarf or hat covering one or both ears, which the consulate checks specifically.
- Glasses left on, glare on the lenses, or tinted lenses hiding the eyes.
- Submitting only one print for a consular file when three identical copies are required.
To get your photo, upload an ordinary picture and it is automatically cropped and adjusted to the exact Suriname standard. You see a free watermarked preview before paying anything. Every order is backed by an acceptance guarantee: if your photo is ever rejected, we redo it free or refund you. You pay only for the final file — and only if it fits.
How we make your Passport photo meet the official standard — Suriname, 35 × 45 mm
Every photo is prepared against the official requirements for your document — not a generic template. Here is what that means in practice:
- 1We crop and size your photo to the exact millimetre and pixel dimensions the authority requires.
- 2We check the background, head position, gaze and lighting, and flag glasses or head coverings that are not allowed.
- 3We match the rules to the specific document and country, citing the official source of those requirements.
- 4If anything does not meet the standard, you get a free re-do or your money back.
What an accepted Passport photo looks like
Suriname · 35 × 45 mm. Tap any requirement to see what it means on a real photo.
- Size
- 35 × 45 mm · 827 × 1063 px
- Background
- Light plain
- Head in frame
- 70–80%
- Glasses
- Not allowed
- Facial expression
- Neutral, mouth closed
- Headwear
- Only for religious reasons
- File
- JPG · ≤ 240 KB
Print size is 35 × 45 mm and the digital file is 827 × 1063 px.
Official requirements source: burgerzaken.gov.sr, embassies.gov.sr
Requirements verified: 08.2026
A digital photo is normal, and it gets accepted — Suriname, 35 × 45 mm
You do not need a trip to a studio. Authorities accept any Passport photo that meets the official requirements — what matters is the standard, not where the photo was made. We match that standard exactly.
The standard is what counts
Officials check your photo against the rules — size, background, head position and lighting — not where you took it.
Part of official processes
Many passport, visa and ID services let you upload a digital photo or submit a print — both are fine when they meet the spec.
Same result as a studio
We prepare your file to the exact official measurements, so it is accepted just like a professional studio photo.
And you are covered
If a photo is ever rejected for not meeting the requirements, we redo it for free or refund you.
How to take a good photo
The most common reasons a Suriname Passport photo gets rejected — and how to avoid them. Compare good and bad shots.
1Format and freshness
A color photo taken no more than 6 months ago.
2Lighting and background
Even light with no shadows on the face; a plain light background, without glare.
3Head position
Face head-on, head centered, no tilt or turn.
4Facial expression
Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open and looking at the camera.
5Glasses and accessories
No glasses (especially sunglasses); eyes fully visible, without glare.
6Headwear
Only for religious reasons and not covering the face — the face fully visible.
7Clothing
Ordinary everyday clothes; no uniforms or face-covering clothing.
What those who already got their photo say
Real stories from people who submitted documents with a photo from our service.
Took a selfie on my phone and a minute later had a proper passport photo. Accepted with no problems.
I was worried about the size and background, but it came out exactly right. Saved me a trip to the studio.
Simple and fast. The free preview let me check everything before paying.
Did it at home in the evening. Looked professional, no issues at the office.
Honestly easier than I expected. Uploaded a photo, downloaded the correct one. Done.
Great for the kids — no need to drag them to a studio. The background came out clean and even.
Three ways to get a Passport photo
A professional online service, a local photo studio, or editing it yourself — here is how they compare.
| What matters | PhotoID24 | Photo studio | Editing it yourself |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meets the official standard | Yes | Yes | No |
| Tuned to this exact document | Yes | Depends | No |
| Free re-do if something is off | Yes | No | Depends |
| Done from home, no trip | Yes | No | Yes |
| Ready in minutes | Yes | Depends | Depends |
| Clear, affordable price | Yes | No | Yes |
Suriname Passport photo price
No extra plans. Pay only if the result works for you — preview is free.
- Exact size and background for your document standard
- High resolution — for online submission and printing
- Free re-edits until your document is accepted
- Link by email, securely stored for 7 days
Money back if the photo is rejected
A print-ready sheet is included — print it yourself at any photo kiosk or online service (Walmart, CVS, CEWE, Boots, Rossmann, etc.). Listed services are not affiliated with us. Want ready prints delivered? Add them at checkout. Where to print a document photo →
- Meets ICAO 9309
- SSL-secured payment
- GDPR · photo auto-deleted
- Refund if photo rejected
- Visa · Mastercard
Guarantee for your Suriname Passport photo
We are confident in the result. If the photo is still rejected — send us a screenshot and we will refund your payment within 48 hours. No arguments.
- Refund within 48 hours
- Only a screenshot of the rejection is needed
- Money back to your card
Common questions about Suriname Passport photos
What size is a Suriname passport photo?
What background colour does Suriname require?
Do I need printed photos or is a digital file enough?
Can I wear glasses in my Suriname passport photo?
Why is the ears rule important?
When do I pay, and what if the photo is rejected?
Your photo is protected
A photo is personal data, so we handle it carefully and in line with GDPR. We process it only to prepare the document and delete it within clear deadlines.
- Only with consentWe process the photo only after your explicit consent before upload.
- Auto-deletionWe delete the source photo within a day, the ready file after 7 days.
- No sharing with third partiesYour photos are not sold or used to train any third-party systems.
- Deletion on requestYou can ask to delete your data at any time — with a single request.
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