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Afghanistan Visa Photo Size

Afghan photo follows ICAO standards. White background required.

Real application output35 × 45 mm

Real 35×45 mm Biometric Photo Example for Afghanistan

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 Afghanistan 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
  • Tazkira identity
  • 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 Afghanistan visa photo look?

The required biometric photo size for an Afghanistan passport and national identity document is 35×45 mm. The background must be plain white, the face centred within the frame, and eyes open. Afghanistan has issued electronic biometric passports (e-passports) since 2012. Photos must be taken within 6 months of the application date.

Issuing authorities: Ministry of Interior and NID Authority

Passport services in Afghanistan are handled through units under the Ministry of Interior (Wazarat-e Dakhela). National identity documents (Tazkira) are issued by the National Statistics and Information Authority (NSIA). E-passport applications must be submitted at authorised NID Authority offices.

Preparing your photo: correct size and format

PhotoID Studio automatically crops and resizes your photo to Afghanistan passport standards (35×45 mm, 300 DPI, white background). The app uses face detection to adjust head ratio and eye alignment according to ICAO rules. The output file can be taken to an authorised print centre or attached to your application.

How to take a good photo

Stand in front of a well-lit white or light grey background and look straight at the camera. Your head should be upright, not tilted forward. It is recommended to remove glasses. Shoot in good lighting conditions, preferably with natural light.

Common reasons for photo rejection

• Eyes closed or partially closed. • Background is not white or contains shadows. • Face appears too small or too large within the frame. • Head is tilted or slightly turned. • Glasses causing reflections or obscuring the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

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

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

Is modest or religious dress acceptable in the photo?

Yes, headscarves worn for religious or cultural reasons are permitted, but the full face (forehead to chin, ear to ear) must be clearly visible.

Can I wear glasses in my passport photo?

ICAO standards and Afghan authorities generally do not accept photos with glasses. 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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