International driving permit photo (35×45 mm)

Official size and dimensions

The territorial government identifies the Automobile Club de Tahiti as the only entity authorized to issue international driving permits in French Polynesia^[1]. Its page says applicants need an identity photo, but does not give a size. The studio uses 35×45 mm as a common French photo crop.

The source does not specify head height or photo dimensions^[1]. The studio uses 35×45 mm as a common French crop size.

The source does not say what photo size local offices expect. The studio uses 35×45 mm, a common French identity-photo crop.

Where to submit your photo

The government page says applicants present an identity photo in person to the Automobile Club de Tahiti^[1].

Contact the Automobile Club de Tahiti to confirm the photo format before applying^[1].

Bring your printed identity photo to the office.

Background and lighting rules

The issuing local source requires an identity photo but does not state a specific background color or dimensions. 35 by 45 mm is the common French identity-photo crop size.

When you take your picture at home, find a plain wall and stand a short distance away to avoid harsh shadows. Face a bright window or use soft front lighting so your face is evenly lit without dark spots.

Turn off any backlights behind you that might cast a shadow on the wall. A clean white or off-white wall works best if you want a neutral backdrop for your identity picture.

Expression, glasses and headwear

The official source does not list specific rules for facial expressions, glasses, or head coverings for this permit photo. However, it is always best to keep your face clearly visible and maintain a neutral look.

Remove dark glasses and tinted lenses so your eyes show clearly in the picture. Keep your hair away from your face and eyes.

Keep your mouth closed and look straight ahead toward the camera lens. A calm, natural expression with a relaxed mouth helps officials clearly identify you during your application process.

How to take your photo at home

You can save time by taking your photo at home before you print it out. Stand about one to one and a half meters away from the camera and keep the lens at your exact eye level.

Ask a friend or family member to take the picture for you instead of holding the camera yourself. You can use the tool above to crop your image to the correct 35 by 45 mm dimensions easily.

Avoid using digital zoom on your phone because it can lower the image quality. Instead, move the camera closer or crop the image later using the cropping tool on this website.

Printing your photo on a 4 by 6 sheet

If you choose the studio's common 35×45 mm crop, you can place it on a 4×6-inch sheet for printing.

Cut out the picture carefully along the edges using scissors or a paper cutter before you bring it to your appointment with the Automobile Club de Tahiti^[1].

Print your photo at standard scale without automatic scaling or fit-to-page settings. This prevents the dimensions from changing and keeps your 35 by 45 mm crop accurate.

Before you go

Double-check that you have all the required documents and your printed photo ready before leaving your house. Organizing your items beforehand saves time when you arrive at the office.

Keep your printed photos protected in a paper folder so they stay in good condition until you hand them over to the staff at the Automobile Club de Tahiti^[1].