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Bahrain Visa Photo Size

Bahraini photo follows ICAO standards. White background required.

Scale diagram40 × 60 mm
Top of head%6.5
Pupil line%44.0
Bottom of chin%81.5

The diagram shows the required framing for Bahrain at true proportions: head height and eye line are drawn from the official ratios.

Photo Size

40×60 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
  • CPR 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 Bahrain visa photo look?

The required biometric photo size for a Bahrain passport and Central Population Registry (CPR) identity card is 40×60 mm. The background must be plain white and the face clearly visible. Both documents require a biometric photo. The photo must have been taken no more than 6 months before the application date.

Issuing authority: General Directorate of Nationality, Passports and Residence (GDNPR)

Passport and CPR identity card services in Bahrain are managed by the General Directorate of Nationality, Passports and Residence (GDNPR). Applications can be submitted at the main office in Manama and authorised service points. Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) biometric standards apply to Bahraini identity documents.

Preparing your photo: correct size and format

PhotoID Studio automatically crops and resizes your photo to Bahrain passport and CPR card standards (40×60 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. No sunglasses or accessories should be worn. Avoid flash glare and shadows.

Common reasons for photo rejection

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

Frequently asked questions

Can the same photo be used for both a Bahrain CPR card and passport?

Both documents require a 40×60 mm biometric photo with a white background. Depending on the number of prints needed, the same digital file can be used for both.

Is modest or religious dress accepted in a Bahrain passport 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 and nothing must cover the eyes.

Does a Bahrain GCC passport offer travel advantages within the Gulf?

Bahraini citizens can enter other GCC countries (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman) without a visa using their passport.

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