Mauritanian driving licence photo (25×25 mm)

Official Size and Submission Rules

When you apply for a Mauritanian driving licence, you must provide physical printed photographs^[1]. The Ministry of Equipment and Transport asks for four photos for a brand new licence application^[1]. If you are in the process of converting a foreign licence, the official procedure requires three photos^[2].

The official size required for these photographs is 25 by 25 millimetres, which translates to 0.98 by 0.98 inches^[1][2]. Because the application requires printed copies, you must make sure your final output matches these physical dimensions^[1][2]. You can use the tool above to crop your photo to this exact square size.

The Ministry of Equipment and Transport and the Directorate of Land Transport handle these administrative requests^[1][2]. Always double-check your paperwork before you submit it to the office.

Background and Lighting Guidelines

The official procedure calls for 2.5 by 2.5 centimetre photos but does not specify a background color^[1][2]. Because the rules do not set a strict background shade, a plain neutral background such as a white or off-white wall is usually best.

When you take your picture at home, face a bright window for soft and even lighting. Good natural light helps show your true skin tone without harsh shadows on your face or the wall behind you. Avoid standing directly under overhead lamps that create dark circles under your eyes.

Head Position and Framing

The authority does not set a specific rule for head height in your Mauritanian driving licence photo^[1][2]. You should keep your head centered and look straight ahead directly at the camera lens.

Keep the camera at your eye level, roughly one to one and a half metres away from your face. Ask a friend or family member to take the picture for you to avoid distortion from an outstretched arm or a selfie angle.

Glasses, Expression and Headwear

The official guidelines from the Ministry of Equipment and Transport do not specify rules for glasses or headwear^[1][2]. They also do not mention a required facial expression^[1][2].

To keep your photo looking clear and professional, maintain a neutral face with your mouth closed. Remove your glasses if they cause heavy frames across your eyes or annoying glare on the lenses. If you wear head coverings for religious reasons, make sure they sit back far enough to show your full face from chin to hairline without casting shadows.

Children and Special Cases

The official sources do not list separate photo rules for infants or children regarding this specific driving licence^[1][2]. If you need to include a child in an application, the same basic dimensions of 25 by 25 millimetres apply^[1][2].

Keep the background plain and make sure the child faces the camera with open eyes. Because government policies can change, always confirm the latest details with the issuing office before you print and submit your application.

Preparing and Printing Your Photos

Since the application requires printed copies, you need to format your image correctly^[1][2]. You can use the tool above to crop your photo to the correct proportions.

Arrange your cropped photos onto a standard 4 by 6 inch sheet so you can print them easily at a local photo kiosk as an ordinary photograph. Remember that the official authority makes the final decision on whether your submitted photo is accepted.