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Armenia Visa Photo Size

Armenian photo follows ICAO standards. White background required.

Real application output35 × 45 mm

Real 35×45 mm Biometric Photo Example for Armenia

Top of head%5.7
Pupil line%44.0
Bottom of chin%80.7

Requirements may vary by document type. Check the official authority's current rules for Armenia before applying.

Photo Size

35×45 mm

Background Color
White
Head size
70-80%
Eye Position
56% from bottom
Top Margin
3-5 mm

ICAO 9303

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Used For

  • Passport
  • ID card
  • Visa

With the PhotoID Studio desktop app you can create a custom photo size for any document used in any country, save it as a preset, and reuse your saved preset with a single click.

Always verify the size before an official application

The information here reflects the sizes commonly accepted for visa applications. Authorities can change photo requirements without prior notice, and different documents in the same country (passport, ID card, driving licence, residence permit) may require different sizes. Check the current guidance of the authority you are applying to before preparing your photo.

How should a Armenia visa photo look?

The required biometric photo size for an Armenia passport and national identity card (naghararakanutyun) is 35×45 mm. The background must be plain white and the face clearly visible. Armenia has been issuing electronic biometric passports since 2012. The photo must have been taken no more than 6 months before the application date.

Issuing authority: Passportization Department of the Police of the Republic of Armenia

Passport and identity document services in Armenia are handled by the Passportization Department of the Police of the Republic of Armenia. Applications can be submitted at the central office in Yerevan and regional units in other cities. Both the passport and the national identity card require biometric photos.

Preparing your photo: correct size and format

PhotoID Studio automatically crops and resizes your photo to Armenia passport standards (35×45 mm, 300 DPI, white background). Face detection ensures the correct head ratio and eye alignment according to ICAO rules. Print the resulting digital file at an authorised print centre and attach it to your application.

How to take a good photo

Stand in front of a well-lit plain white background and look directly at the camera. Your head should be upright, your face straight ahead, and your expression neutral. It is recommended to remove glasses. Avoid glare and shadows caused by flash.

Common reasons for photo rejection

• Background is not white or contains shadows. • Face appears in the wrong proportion within the frame. • Eyes are closed, squinting, or partially covered by glasses. • Head is tilted or turned. • Photo was taken more than 6 months ago.

Frequently asked questions

How long is a photo valid for an Armenia passport application?

The photo must have been taken no more than 6 months before the application date. Older photos may be rejected at the time of application.

Does the Armenian national identity card also require a biometric photo?

Yes, the national identity card (naghararakanutyun) requires the same 35×45 mm biometric photo with a white background as the passport.

Can I wear glasses in my passport photo?

Armenian authorities generally do not accept photos with glasses, in line with ICAO standards. It is strongly recommended to remove them.

Similar Sizes

EU

Schengen / EU

35×45 mm

GB

United Kingdom

35×45 mm

JP

Japan

35×45 mm

DE

Germany

35×45 mm

FR

France

35×45 mm

CA

Canada

35×45 mm

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