Prepare Your Bangladesh Driving Licence Photo
Get your photo ready for your Bangladesh driving licence application by following official size and file limits for your paperwork.
Official Size and Submission Rules
The BRTA paper application form shows a 35 × 45 mm borderless color photo[1]. The online learner-licence application instead requires a 300 × 300 px photo, up to 150 KB[2].
Always confirm with your local issuing office or organisation to see whether they need a printed copy or a digital upload. Different steps in the licensing process can require different formats.
The BRTA handles driving-licence applications[2]. Check which photo format applies to each step of your application.
Digital File Limits and Requirements
If you are applying for a learner licence online, you must upload a digital file. The online learner-licence application requires a 300 × 300 px applicant photo, with a maximum file size of 150 KB[2].
Check your image properties before submitting to make sure the file is no larger than 150 KB. If it exceeds the limit, reduce the file size and check it again.
Save a clear image that is no larger than 150 KB[2].
Who Takes the Photo
Who takes the photo depends on the application stage. Learner-licence applicants upload a square digital photo[2].
For smart-card issuance, BRTA takes biometrics, including a digital photograph[2]. The paper application form shows a 35 × 45 mm borderless color photo[1].
Check the instructions for your application stage to learn whether you must upload a photo or have one taken by BRTA[2].
Background and Lighting Details
The authority pages do not specify a background color[2]. A plain, neutral background can help keep the photo clear.
Face a soft light source like a window to get even lighting across your face. Avoid harsh shadows behind your head or under your chin.
Natural daylight can provide even lighting. Avoid light that casts shadows on your face.
Glasses and Head Coverings
The official guidelines do not specify rules for glasses or headwear[2]. Keep your eyes and face visible in the photo.
If you wear glasses, take them off to avoid flash glare or tinted lenses blocking your eyes. Keep your expression natural and look straight into the camera lens.
Removing accessories that obscure your face is a practical way to keep your picture recognizable to reviewing officers.
Printing Your Photo for Paper Forms
The paper application form shows a 35 × 45 mm borderless color photo[1]. If your form requires a print, follow its photo instructions.
You can use the tool above to arrange your cropped photo onto a template for easy printing at a local photo kiosk. Cut the printed photos carefully along the edges before you submit them with your paperwork.
If your form requires a print, follow its 35 × 45 mm photo instructions[1].
Taking the Photo at Home
For a home photo, ask someone to take the picture and look at the camera lens.
Keep your shoulders square and maintain a neutral posture. Position the camera at your eye level to get the best angle.
Ask the person taking the photo to check that your head is in the frame.
Before Your Visit to the Office
For smart-card issuance, BRTA takes biometrics that include a digital photo[2].
Check your application instructions to see whether you need a printed photo[1].
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Frequently asked questions
What is the official size for a Bangladesh driving licence photo?
What are the digital file limits for the online learner licence?
The online learner-licence application requires a 300 × 300 px applicant photo, with a maximum file size of 150 KB[2].
Does the authority specify a background colour?
The authority pages do not specify background colour[2].
Who takes the photograph for the smart-card licence?
For smart-card licence biometrics, the authority includes a digital photograph taken by BRTA[2].
Can I use a printed photo for my application?
The paper application form shows a 35 × 45 mm borderless color photo[1]. Check your form’s instructions to see whether it applies to your application.
How should I frame my photo when taking it at home?
Stand about two metres away from the camera, keep your shoulders square, and position the camera at your eye level with the help of another person.