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Passport Photo · 25 July 2024 · 5 min read

Baby Passport Photo in Ghent: Perfect Quality and Service at Jaweed Studio

Need an official passport photo of your baby for a Kids-ID, passport, residence card, or visa? We take our time, follow your little one's pace, and deliver a correct photo that meets the document's requirements.

Illustrative baby passport photo session: a baby supported by a parent in front of a studio camera

Need an official passport photo of your baby for a Kids-ID, passport, residence card, or visa? We take our time, follow your little one's pace, and ensure a correct photo that meets the document's requirements.

8 printed passport photos + digital file

By appointment only at our studio in Ghent. Choose a time when your baby is usually awake and calm.

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A baby passport photo requires a bit more patience

Babies move, don't always look straight at the camera, and sometimes can't hold their head still on their own. That's completely normal. That's why a baby passport photo session is different from a regular one.

We work with short photo moments, wait for a calm moment and take multiple shots, without putting pressure on your baby. Afterwards, we carefully check the background, lighting, cropping, and visibility of the face.

Calm baby during a photo session at Jaweed Studio in Ghent
We follow your child's rhythm — no rush, no pressure.

Good to know: if your baby gets a little fussy? We simply take a short break. A cuddle, feeding, or a diaper change is often just enough to continue.

From Kids-ID to Passport or Visa

We take passport photos for both Belgian and foreign documents. When booking, please tell us what the photo is for and, for a foreign document, also mention the country or embassy.

Kids-ID

A recent, correctly processed passport photo for a Kids-ID application in Belgium.

Passport or residence card

For a Belgian or foreign passport, eID, or residence document in the required format.

Visa and embassy

According to the specific dimensions and conditions of the destination country.

Important requirements for a child's passport photo

You don't need to know these rules by heart: we check step-by-step during the appointment if the photo is technically correct.

  • Recent: maximum 6 months old
  • Belgian format: 35 × 45 mm
  • In color, sharp, and with natural rendering
  • Light, plain background without shadows
  • Face from the front and fully visible
  • Eyes open as much as possible
  • No pacifier, toy, hands, or other person in the picture
  • Hair, hat, or headband does not cover the face

For babies younger than one year, some rules are a bit more flexible: they don't always have to look completely neutral or straight into the camera. For children under six, there is also some leeway in the posture of the head and shoulders.

The municipality, embassy, or issuing authority ultimately decides whether a photo is accepted. For foreign documents, other requirements may apply — feel free to bring them with you.

How to calmly prepare your baby

Awake and calm moment

Schedule the appointment around the time your baby is usually relaxed.

Feeding and changing

A fed baby with a clean diaper feels more comfortable. Feel free to bring food and diapers.

Calm, plain clothing

Avoid large prints, hoods, and very light clothing. Read more about clothing.

Extra set of clothes

In case of an accident, we can continue the session without stress.

Face and ears free

Leave off hats, wide headbands, and the pacifier during the shot.

Bring foreign requirements

A printout or screenshot of the embassy requirements helps us deliver the correct format.

In three simple steps

  1. We check the document. You tell us what it's for and for which country the photo is needed.
  2. Short photo moments. We wait for a calm look and take multiple photos without forcing it.
  3. Check and delivery. You receive 8 printed passport photos and the digital file.
Quiet, bright studio of Jaweed Studio on Charles de Kerchovelaan in Ghent
Jaweed Studio · Charles de Kerchovelaan 193, 9000 Ghent — by appointment only.

Why parents choose our studio

  • Patient and friendly — no baby sits still on command
  • Professional lighting — bright face, no distracting shadows
  • Belgian and international formats
  • Print and digital — for online or additional applications

Also check out the full baby passport photo service.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you also take passport photos of newborn babies?

Yes. We work in short moments and take extra time when needed.

Do my baby's eyes have to be open?

The face and eyes must be as visible as possible. For very young babies, the rules are sometimes applied more flexibly, but the competent authority decides.

Can my baby smile?

A calm, neutral expression is preferred. A wide smile or open mouth can lead to rejection.

Can I support my baby?

Yes, if necessary. We ensure that hands, arms, and other people are not visible in the final photo.

Can a pacifier or stuffed animal be in the picture?

No. It's also best to leave off a hat or wide headband during the official shot.

What if my baby cries?

Then we take a short break. You can feed, change, or comfort your baby, and then we try again.

Do I also get a digital file?

Yes. In addition to the printed passport photos, you also receive the digital file.

Do I need to book in advance?

Yes. All baby and child passport photos are by appointment only; we cannot accommodate you without a confirmed appointment.

Need a passport photo for your baby in Ghent?

Book a quiet moment at Jaweed Studio. We will guide you and your baby in a friendly manner and provide a professional photo for the correct document.

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