Lesotho

Lesotho learner’s licence photo (35×45 mm)

Required size: 35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 in). Your photo is processed on your device.

The issuing authority doesn't publish one photo size for this document, so the studio uses the size most often asked for. Check the current rules with the authority or organisation that issues it before you apply.

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Photo requirements

  • Size: 35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 in)
  • Head size: not set by the authority
  • Background: White
  • Privacy: Processed on your device; the photo is not uploaded

Background

Put an accepted colour behind you. This happens on your device.

Download or print

Download a single photo, or a sheet with several copies to print at a photo kiosk.

💡 Printing tip

Save the sheet to your phone or a USB drive and order it at a photo kiosk as a standard 4×6-inch print.

Choose an ordinary photo print, not the passport photo service.

Official specification

Official nameLearner’s Licence
How you hand it inPrinted photo
Photo size35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 in)
Head height (chin to top of head)Not set by the authority
BackgroundWhite
GlassesTake them off, unless you can’t for medical reasons
Head coveringOnly for religious or medical reasons, with the face fully visible
ExpressionNeutral, mouth closed, eyes open

Preparing Your Lesotho Learner's Licence Photo

Prepare two passport-size photos for your Lesotho learner’s licence application. The government page does not give exact photo dimensions. Use the tool above to crop your image.

Official Size and Document Rules

The Department of Traffic and Transport, Government of Lesotho issues learner's licences[1]. You need to provide two passport-size photos with your application[1].

The authority does not publish exact photo dimensions. A 35 × 45 mm crop (about 1.38 × 1.77 inches) is a common passport-photo size used in practice.

Ask the issuing office what size it expects, since the official page does not specify dimensions[1].

Check your application form, valid identity document, medical certificate, and two passport-size photos before visiting the issuing office[1].

Background and Image Details

The government service page requests two passport-size photos but does not specify a background color or exact dimensions[1].

Ask the issuing office whether it has a background preference, since the official page does not specify one[1].

Good lighting helps make your face clear and visible in the final printed picture. Avoid harsh shadows behind your head or dark lighting that obscures your features.

Check that your entire face is clearly lit and that your camera lens is clean before you snap the picture.

Head Height and Framing

The authority does not set a head-height measurement[1]. Keep your head centered in the photo.

Leave a comfortable amount of space around the top of your head and your shoulders. Position yourself directly in the middle of the frame so your image looks balanced.

Keep the camera lens at your eye level to avoid odd angles or distortion in the picture. Looking straight ahead into the lens gives the most natural look.

Avoid tilting your head up or down too much, as a neutral posture works best for official identification images.

Age Limits and Eligibility

Applicants must be 16 years or older[1].

Bring a valid identity document, medical certificate, completed application form, and two passport-size photos[1].

Make sure you bring your valid identity documents along with your two passport-size photos[1] when you visit the issuing office.

Printing and Submitting Your Photos

The eServices page requests two passport-size photos[1]. It does not specify whether they must be printed or give exact dimensions. Confirm the format and size with the issuing office.

Arrange your cropped photos onto a standard 4 by 6-inch template and print it out at a local photo kiosk as an ordinary picture. Cut the photos carefully along the edges using scissors or a paper cutter.

Check with the issuing office about the photo format and how to submit the two passport-size photos[1].

Taking Your Photo at Home

Stand facing a bright window or a well-lit wall so your face has even light. Ask a friend or family member to take the photo for you instead of trying a selfie.

Keep the camera at a comfortable distance and look toward the lens. The official page does not give rules for camera distance, expression, or mouth position.

Take a few test shots so you can pick the clearest one before you edit and format it using the online cropping tool.

Frequently asked questions

What size do I need for a Lesotho learner's licence photo?

The authority does not publish exact dimensions[1]. A 35 by 45 millimeter (1.38 by 1.77 inch) crop is common in practice.

How many photos must I submit?

The eServices page requests two passport-size photos with the application[1].

Who issues the learner's licence in Lesotho?

It is issued by the Department of Traffic and Transport, Government of Lesotho[1].

What is the minimum age requirement?

Applicants must be 16 years or older[1].

Are digital files accepted for submission?

The eServices page requests two passport-size photos[1], but does not specify whether digital files are accepted.

Can I take my learner's licence photo at home?

You can take a photo at home, but the government page does not specify how it must be taken. It requests two passport-size photos[1]; ask the issuing office what size it expects.