Barbados driving licence photo (35×45 mm)

Understanding the Size Requirements

The government page asks learner’s permit applicants for passport-sized photographs but does not give dimensions^[1]. A 35 by 45 mm crop is a practical option, not an official size. Check with the licensing office before preparing a photo.

When you prepare your documents, checking expectations prevents wasted time. Even though official guidelines omit specific numbers for this document, a standard passport crop often works well for practice purposes^[1]. Always check directly with the Barbados Licensing Authority if you have questions about what they will accept^[1].

Official Photo Procedures and the Authority

The government page says learner’s permit applicants need passport-sized photographs^[1]. It does not say whether the authority takes photos on site.

You can use the tool above to prepare a practice photo. The government page does not specify photo dimensions or say whether an outside photo is accepted^[1].

Backgrounds and Lighting at Home

The government page gives no background specifications or photo dimensions^[1]. For a practice photo, use a plain, light-coloured wall.

Good lighting makes your practice photo much clearer. Face a bright window to let natural light evenly illuminate both sides of your face. Ask a friend or family member to take the picture instead of holding the camera yourself. Keep the camera at your exact eye level and stand about one to one and a half metres away from the lens.

Head Height and Framing Details

The head height is not set by the authority for this specific licence photo^[1]. Without an official measurement for the distance from your chin to the top of your head, use a balanced layout. Center your head and shoulders inside the frame so your face is clearly visible.

Leave a small amount of space around your head and hair. Do not crop too close to your forehead or chin. If you use a standard passport template, it usually provides enough margin for general framing practice. Always review your layout carefully before you print or save the file.

Glasses, Expressions and Appearance

Official rules for glasses are unspecified by the source for this licence^[1]. If you choose to wear glasses in your practice photo, make sure there is no glare on the lenses and that your eyes show clearly. If you are unsure, taking them off is safer.

Headwear permissions are also unspecified in the official guidance^[1]. Keep your facial expression neutral and keep your mouth closed to match standard identification photo best practices. Look straight into the camera lens with your eyes wide open and alert.

Printing and Submission Rules

The government page asks learner’s permit applicants for passport-sized photographs^[1]. It does not specify digital submission or file-size limits.

You can print your prepared image as an ordinary four by six inch photo sheet at a local store kiosk. Make sure the print settings keep the actual image at the correct 35 by 45 mm size without stretching. Check the printed sheet with a ruler before you bring it to the office.

Checking Your Photo Before You Go

Before you visit the licensing office, check the current photo instructions with the licensing authority. The government page asks learner’s permit applicants for passport-sized photos but does not specify dimensions^[1].