Yemen Biometric Photo Size
40×60 mm, ICAO 9303
How should a Yemen passport photo look?
Yemen biometric passport (jawaz safar) and national identity card (bitaqat hawiyya) require a 40×60 mm photo with a plain white background. Women who normally wear a headscarf may submit a photo with it on. The photo must be taken within the last 6 months.
Photo Size
40×60 mm
Head Ratio
70%
Eye Position
56% from bottom
Top Margin
3-5 mm
Background Color
White
Standard
ICAO 9303
Requirements & Notes
Yemeni photo follows ICAO standards. White background required.
Issuing authorities
Passport and identity document applications are processed by the General Authority for Immigration and Nationality under the Ministry of Interior (Wizarat al-Dakhiliyya).
Preparing your photo with PhotoID Studio
PhotoID Studio crops your image to 40×60 mm, replaces the background with white, and resizes it to meet Ministry of Interior requirements. Save the processed photo for digital submission or printing.
Photo capture tips
Stand against a plain white background in even lighting. The camera should be at eye level with the face fully visible from the front. If wearing a headscarf, the forehead, both cheeks, and chin must be clearly visible.
Common rejection reasons
• Background is not plain white or has shadows. • Eyes are closed or glasses are worn. • Face is not looking directly at the camera or expression is not neutral. • Photo is older than 6 months.
Pricing and output
PhotoID Studio uses an annual subscription covering all country formats including Yemen passport and national ID. Download the prepared image and print it at any photo lab.
Used For
- Passport
- ID card
- Visa
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the photo size for a Yemen passport?
40×60 mm biometric photo with a plain white background.
- Is a headscarf allowed in the photo?
Yes; women who normally wear a headscarf may include it, provided the forehead, cheeks, and chin remain visible.
- Can the same photo be used for the bitaqat hawiyya?
Yes; national identity card applications also accept a photo with the same dimensions and specifications.
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