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Ghana Visa Photo Size

Ghanaian photo follows ICAO standards. White background required.

Real application output35 × 45 mm

Real 35×45 mm Biometric Photo Example for Ghana

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 Ghana 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
  • Ghana 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 Ghana visa photo look?

The standard photo size for a Ghanaian biometric e-passport and the Ghana Card (national ID card) is 35×45 mm. A plain white background is mandatory. Ghana issues ICAO-compliant biometric e-passports, and the Ghana Card issued by the National Identification Authority (NIA) also contains biometric data. The photo must have been taken no more than 6 months before the application date.

Issuing authorities: PAC and Ghana Immigration Service

Passport applications are handled at Passport Application Centres (PAC) under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) is responsible for visas and immigration matters. Ghana Card applications are managed by the National Identification Authority (NIA).

Preparing your photo with PhotoID Studio

PhotoID Studio automatically crops and resizes your uploaded photo to the 35×45 mm Ghanaian PAC specification. Face detection verifies head height and position, then the app produces a print-ready JPEG. You can print the result at any photo shop.

Tips for a compliant photo

Take the photo in front of a plain white wall with even and adequate lighting. Face the camera directly and keep a neutral expression. Avoid flash. Formal attire is recommended.

Common rejection reasons

• Non-white background: a plain white background is mandatory. • Sunglasses or tinted glasses. • Hat, head covering, or turban (unless required for religious reasons). • Hair, accessories, or jewellery partially covering the face. • Blurry, low-resolution, or overexposed image.

Photo cost and the PhotoID Studio advantage

Biometric photo prices at studios in Ghana typically range from GHS 20 to GHS 50. A single PhotoID Studio annual subscription lets you prepare compliant photos for both the passport and the Ghana Card.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I apply for a Ghanaian passport?

Applications are submitted at Passport Application Centres (PAC) under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. PAC offices are available in Accra and across the country.

Can the same photo be used for the Ghana Card and the passport?

Yes. Both documents share the 35×45 mm ICAO standard, so a single compliant photo can be used for both applications.

How recent must the photo be?

Photos taken no more than 6 months before the application date are accepted.

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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