Nigerian International Driving Permit Photo Requirements
Get your Nigerian International Driving Permit photo ready by understanding the size and practical steps. The tool above helps you prepare your print sheet easily.
Official Size and Dimensions
The regulations authorize the Federal Road Safety Corps to issue an International Driving Permit but do not give a photo size[1]. A 35 by 45 mm crop (1.38 by 1.77 inches) is commonly used in practice; it is not an official FRSC specification.
The cited regulation does not set a head-height measurement for the photo[1]. You can use the tool above to crop to the commonly used 35 by 45 mm size, but confirm the current instructions with the office handling your application.
Background Details
The cited regulations authorize issuance of an International Driving Permit but do not state its applicant photo size or background[1]. Since the official text lacks a specific background mandate, finding a practical solution is necessary for a clean photo.
A plain white or light-colored wall provides a neutral backdrop that keeps the focus entirely on you. Move a step or two away from the wall to prevent your shadow from appearing directly behind you. Natural daylight coming from a front-facing window offers the best illumination without casting harsh shadows across your facial features. Take time to check the lighting before snapping the final picture.
Glasses, Headwear, and Expression
Official rules regarding glasses are unspecified by the authority[1]. Likewise, headwear permissions are unspecified by the authority[1], and a neutral expression is not set by the authority[1].
Because these specific requirements are left open in the official text, you should use your best judgment to present a clear, recognizable likeness. If you choose to wear glasses, make sure there is no glare on the lenses and that your eyes stay fully visible. Keeping your mouth closed and maintaining a calm, natural facial expression helps prevent any questions when you submit your paperwork to officials.
Infant and Child Rules
The cited regulation does not provide infant photo rules for an International Driving Permit[1].
The cited regulation authorizes the FRSC to issue an International Driving Permit but does not describe photo requirements[1]. Contact the FRSC for current application instructions.
Step-by-Step Home Guide
You can take your photo at home by following a few simple steps. First, set up your camera or smartphone on a steady surface or ask someone else to take the picture for you.
Position the camera directly at eye level, maintaining a distance of about one to one-and-a-half meters from the subject. Face a large window to capture soft, even lighting across your entire face. Avoid using direct flash, which can create unnatural bright spots on your skin or red-eye effects. Review multiple test shots to pick the clearest image possible.
Preparing Your Print Sheet
The supplied application information lists the photo submission method as printed. The cited regulation itself does not specify how the photo must be submitted[1].
After cropping your digital picture to the correct dimensions, place it onto a standard 4 by 6-inch template. The tool above helps you arrange your photo onto a standard print sheet easily without requiring advanced editing software. Save your final sheet to your mobile device or transfer it to a flash drive so you can access it easily at the print shop.
Printing at a Local Kiosk
Take your finished photo sheet to a nearby retail store, pharmacy, or photo kiosk that handles standard prints. Print the file as an ordinary 4 by 6-inch photograph using standard photo paper settings.
Do not select scaling options that crop or stretch the image, because doing so will alter the precise 35 by 45 millimeter dimensions. Once printed, use a sharp paper cutter or scissors to trim the photo along the border lines. Measure the final cutout with a ruler to verify accuracy before attaching it to your application paperwork.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Nigerian International Driving Permit photo?
The dimensions most commonly used are 35 by 45 millimeters (1.38 by 1.77 inches), as the authority publishes no single official size and the studio uses the size most often asked for[1].
Does the Federal Road Safety Corps set a head height rule?
No, the head height is not set by the authority[1].
What are the background requirements?
The cited regulations authorize issuance of an International Driving Permit but do not state its applicant photo size or background[1]. A plain light wall is recommended in practice.
Are glasses permitted in the photo?
Glasses are unspecified by the authority[1], but you should make sure your eyes remain fully visible without glare on the lenses.
Is a digital file submission allowed?
The supplied application information lists printed submission, but the cited regulation does not describe photo submission[1]. Confirm the current instructions with the FRSC.