Photograph retrieval code (kuvatunnus) required

Why it happens

The online passport and identity card applications take a photograph retrieval code from a photographer's upload, not a file. A paper photo rules out the online application: it is scanned at the police service point.

What to do

1. 1.Have a photographer upload the photo and give you the kuvatunnus code, then enter it in the online application.
2. 2.If you only have a print (36 x 47 mm), book a visit to the police service point where it is scanned.
3. 3.You can also give the code to the officer at the police station.

Official wording

Reported by users; not a published rule.

Source: https://poliisi.fi/en/submitting-passport-photographs

Affected documents

• Finnish Passport Photo (passi, 500 x 653 px upload or 36 x 47 mm print)
• Finnish Identity Card Photo (henkilökortti, 500 x 653 px upload or print)

Frequently asked questions