Lebanon Biometric Photo Size
35×45 mm, ICAO 9303
How should a Lebanon passport photo look?
Lebanon passport (jawaz safar) and national ID card (hawiyya) photos must be 35×45 mm on a plain white background. The photo must be taken within the last 6 months and meet ICAO standards. Applications are processed by the General Security Directorate (Amn al-Aam).
Photo Size
35×45 mm
Head Ratio
70%
Eye Position
56% from bottom
Top Margin
3-5 mm
Background Color
White
Standard
ICAO 9303
Requirements & Notes
Lebanese photo follows ICAO standards. White background required.
Issuing authority: General Security (Amn al-Aam: الأمن العام)
Passport and residency permit applications in Lebanon are handled by General Security (الأمن العام: Amn al-Aam). The directorate is responsible for all biometric identity documents and residency procedures for foreign nationals. Applications can be submitted at local General Security offices.
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Tips for taking the right photo
Position yourself in front of a plain white wall under natural or evenly distributed artificial light. Look directly at the camera with your face fully visible from the front. Women who normally wear a headscarf for religious reasons may do so, but the full face must be clearly visible. Glasses are not recommended.
Common reasons for photo rejection
• Background is not plain white or light grey. • Head height falls outside 70–80% of the frame. • Eyes are closed or partially visible. • Shadows, reflections or colour distortion on the face. • Photo is older than 6 months.
Cost and printing options
With a PhotoID Studio annual subscription you can process unlimited photos. Print the processed photo at a local print shop at 35×45 mm. This offers significant savings compared to traditional studio prices.
Used For
- Passport
- ID card
- Visa
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Frequently asked questions
- Is the Lebanon ID card photo the same size as the passport photo?
Yes, both documents use the 35×45 mm format with a white background.
- Can I wear a headscarf in the photo?
Women who normally wear a headscarf for religious reasons may wear it, but the entire face must be clearly visible.
- How recent must the photo be?
The photo must have been taken no more than 6 months before the date of application.
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