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Kazakhstan Visa Photo Size

Kazakh photo follows ICAO standards. White background required.

Real application output35 × 45 mm

Real 35×45 mm Biometric Photo Example for Kazakhstan

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 Kazakhstan 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 Kazakhstan visa photo look?

The standard photo size for a Kazakhstan biometric passport and national identity card (jynastyk kualik) is 35×45 mm. The background must be plain white and the face must be centrally positioned within the frame. Photos must comply with ICAO standards and be taken within the last 6 months.

Issuing authority: Ministry of Internal Affairs

Passport and identity document applications are handled by Ministry of Internal Affairs (Government for Citizens service centres). Applications are accepted at authorised offices and service centres, and the photo requirements follow ICAO 9303.

Photo preparation workflow

PhotoID Studio automatically crops, resizes and replaces the background of your photo to meet Kazakhstan's 35×45 mm biometric requirements. You save the processed image to your device and bring it to the service centre yourself.

Tips for taking a good photo

Take the photo against a plain white wall with even lighting. Look directly at the camera with a neutral, closed-mouth expression. Remove glasses and keep your head straight without tilting.

Common reasons for photo rejection

• Background is not plain white or contains shadows. • Face is partially obscured by glasses, a hat or hair. • Photo is older than 6 months. • Non-neutral expression or open mouth.

Pricing

With a PhotoID Studio annual subscription, you can generate biometric photos for Kazakhstan and 100+ other countries. There are no per-photo charges.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use the same photo for both the Kazakhstan passport and identity card?

Yes. Both documents require an ICAO-compliant biometric photo of 35×45 mm with a white background.

Can I visit a service centre (MFC) without an appointment?

Appointment requirements vary by centre. Booking in advance is recommended to reduce waiting times.

How recent does the photo need to be?

A photo taken within the last 6 months is 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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