Can I wear a headscarf in Turkish passport photos?

Yes, religious head coverings are permitted in Turkish passport photos, but your face must be clearly visible from chin to forehead.

Turkish Passport Photo Size Requirements - 50×60mm Vesikalık (2026)

Q: What is the Turkish passport photo size?

Turkish passport photos must be 50mm × 60mm (known as vesikalık fotoğraf). This is larger than the European standard of 35×45mm.

Official Turkish Passport Photo Specifications

Important: Unique Size!

Turkish passport photos are 50×60mm - larger than the European standard (35×45mm). This is one of the largest passport photo formats in the world!

The Turkish passport (Türk Pasaportu) offers visa-free access to over 115 countries. Whether you're applying for a new passport or renewing an existing one, your photo must meet Nüfus ve Vatandaşlık İşleri standards.

Turkish passport photos are known as "vesikalık fotoğraf" and use the 50×60mm format.

Vesikalık - Turkish Passport Photo Specs

Photo Size	50mm × 60mm
Digital Dimensions	591 × 709 pixels (300 DPI)
Background Color	Plain white
Head Size	34-40mm (70-80% of photo height)
Expression	Neutral, no smiling
Eyes	Open and clearly visible
Glasses	Not recommended (no glare)
Photo Age	Within last 6 months

Turkish Passport Colors Explained

Bordo (Burgundy)

Regular citizen passport - most common type.

• Valid 10 years (adults)
• Valid 5 years (minors)
• Fee: ~₺2000+

Yeşil (Green)

Service passport for civil servants.

• Visa-free to many countries
• For government employees
• Also for retired officials

Siyah (Black)

Diplomatic passport.

• Maximum travel privileges
• For diplomats & their families
• Highest level officials

Gri (Grey)

Special service passport.

• Specific categories
• Limited diplomatic status

Important Rules for Turkish Photos

What's NOT Allowed

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Smiling or expressions

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Glasses with glare

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Shadows on face or background

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Colored backgrounds

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Hair covering face

✗

Heavy makeup or filters

What IS Allowed

✓

Religious head coverings (face visible)

✓

Light makeup

✓

Glasses without glare (not recommended)

✓

Natural hair accessories

How to Apply for a Turkish Passport

1

Book Randevu Online

Schedule appointment at randevu.nvi.gov.tr

2

Prepare Documents

Kimlik (ID), old passport (if renewing), payment receipt

3

Bring Your Photos

2 identical vesikalık photos (50×60mm)

4

Visit Nüfus Müdürlüğü

Attend your appointment at the population office

FAQs - Turkish Passport Photo

What size is a Turkish passport photo?

Turkish passport photos must be 50mm × 60mm - known as "vesikalık fotoğraf." This is larger than the standard European size (35×45mm).

How much does a Turkish passport cost?

Passport fees vary but are typically around ₺2000+ for a regular 10-year passport. Check the current rates at the Nüfus ve Vatandaşlık İşleri website.

Can I wear a headscarf/türban in my photo?

Yes, religious head coverings are permitted in Turkish passport photos. Your face from chin to forehead must be clearly visible, and the headscarf should not cast shadows.

How long is a Turkish passport valid?

Regular Turkish passports are valid for 10 years for adults (18+) and 5 years for minors. Green passports for civil servants may have different validity periods.

Turkish Passport Photo Requirements