Bahrain international driving permit photo (35×45 mm)

Understanding the Size and Dimensions

The service information does not state a photo size for the international driving permit^[1]. The 35 × 45 mm crop below is a common practice estimate, not an official requirement.

A 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) crop is a common practice estimate, not an official size. Confirm any photo requirements with the issuing office before applying.

The authority has not set a specific head height requirement for this photo^[1].

Submission Methods and Authority Rules

The service information describes electronic and printed permit versions^[1]. It does not say whether applicants must supply a new photo or whether a licence-record photo is reused.

The cited service information and regulation do not specify photo rules for background colour, headwear, or glasses^[1][2].

If you want to prepare a copy for your own records or other uses, you can use the tool above.

Setting Up Your Photo at Home

To take a clear photo at home, find a spot with even, soft light. Face a window during daylight hours to avoid harsh shadows on your face.

Ask someone else to take the picture instead of trying to take a selfie. Keep the camera or phone at your exact eye level, about one to one and a half meters away from your face.

Stand up straight and look directly into the camera lens with a relaxed face and a closed mouth.

Background and Lighting Checks

No Bahrain authority photo dimensions or background colour were found in the service information or regulation^[1][2]. Without a strict official background rule, a plain, neutral background works best.

Avoid busy patterns, textured walls, or bright colors behind you. Make sure the lighting is balanced on both sides of your face so there are no dark shadows under your nose or chin.

Printing and Digital File Preparation

You can use the tool above to crop your photo to the 35 by 45 mm common practice size.

If you need a physical print for a kiosk, you can arrange your cropped photo on a standard four by six inch photo sheet. Print it out at a local photo printing kiosk just like an ordinary snapshot.

The service information lists electronic and printed permit versions^[1], but it does not specify photo-file format or whether you must provide a separate photo. Confirm photo instructions with the issuing office.

Common Reasons Photos Get Refused

Applications often face delays if the photo is blurry, poorly lit, or taken at an awkward angle. Even though the exact specifications are broad, submitting a dark or low-quality picture can cause problems^[1][2].

Make sure your face is fully visible and sharp. If you are unsure about whether your picture meets expectations, double-check with the General Directorate of Traffic to get the exact details for your specific request^[1][2].