Photos for Your Belgian International Driving Permit
You need a physical photo when you apply for your Belgian international driving permit at your local municipality. Use this guide to prepare your picture correctly before you go.
Size and Submission Requirements
Belgium.be says to bring a recent passport photo when applying for an international driving permit at your municipality[1]. The cited authorities do not specify its dimensions; 35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 in) is a commonly used Belgian photo crop, so check the required size with your municipality[1][2].
The submission type required is a printed photo[1][2]. Because the current issuing authority page does not state exact dimensions, you should confirm this crop with your local office[1][2].
The application is made through your municipality[1][2]. Ask it whether it has any photo requirements beyond a recent passport photo.
Keep the recent passport photo in good condition and ask your municipality about its required size.
Head Height and Framing
The cited authorities do not specify a head-height measurement for this photo[1][2]. If your municipality asks for a particular crop, follow its instructions.
Ask your municipality whether it needs a particular crop or framing.
Bring a recent passport photo, as Belgium.be instructs, and check with your municipality about any further requirements[1].
If you take the picture yourself, ask your municipality whether it has framing or camera-distance instructions.
Background and Lighting
Belgium.be requires a recent passport photo but does not specify its background[1].
Check with your municipality for any instructions about lighting or background.
The cited authorities do not give lighting instructions for this photo.
The cited authorities do not give lighting or background instructions for this photo. Ask your municipality whether it has any.
Expression, Glasses, and Headwear
The cited authorities do not specify rules for expression, glasses or headwear[1][2]. Check with your municipality if you need guidance on these details.
The cited authorities do not state whether glasses or head coverings are allowed[1][2]. Ask your municipality if you have questions about them.
Check your municipality’s instructions for any photo requirements.
The cited authorities do not specify rules for glasses, headwear or expression. Ask your municipality for instructions.
Taking Your Photo at Home
Ask your municipality whether it gives instructions on how to take the photo.
Follow any photo instructions given by your municipality.
If you want to take the picture at home, first ask your municipality whether it accepts a photo you take yourself and what instructions to follow.
Printing Your Photo at a Kiosk
Belgium.be says to bring a recent passport photo to the municipality[1]. The source does not specify the photo’s dimensions or a print-sheet format.
Ask your municipality how it wants you to prepare the recent passport photo.
If your municipality asks for a print, follow its instructions for the photo size and print format.
Common Reasons Photos Are Refused
The cited sources do not list common reasons for refusing photos. Check with your municipality about its requirements.
Bring a recent passport photo, as Belgium.be instructs[1]. Ask the municipality whether it needs a particular crop or print format.
The cited sources do not list reasons for refusing photos. Ask your municipality what photo it requires.
Before You Visit Your Municipality
Bring the recent passport photo and other documents listed by your municipality. Check its instructions before your visit.