Photos for Firearms Permits and Hunting Licences
Getting a firearms owner ID, concealed carry permit, or hunting licence requires an official photo that meets exact local standards. You can easily crop and prepare your picture using the tool above.
What Firearms and Hunting Photos Have in Common
Across thirty-three countries and thirty-seven different documents, firearms and hunting permit photos share a core purpose. They verify your identity when you apply for a gun licence, shotgun certificate, or hunting permit. Most of these applications require a recent photograph that shows your full face clearly.
Photo rules vary by authority. Check the instructions for the permit or certificate you are applying for.
Photo requirements differ by permit and authority. Follow the instructions for your application and check the photo before submitting it.
How Photo Sizes Vary Around the World
Photo dimensions change significantly from one country to another. For example, a Cameroon hunting permit photo measures forty by forty millimeters[1]. Meanwhile, a German European firearms pass uses a standard thirty-five by forty-five millimeter format[2]. In the United Kingdom, a firearm or shotgun certificate photo measures forty-five by thirty-five millimeters[3][4].
Photo sizes vary by application. The supplied facts do not set a head-height value for the Cameroon, German, or UK examples[1][2][3]. Check the instructions for your permit before cropping.
Regional territories sometimes follow different standards than their parent nations. For instance, French hunting permits used in Guadeloupe and Martinique follow the standard European dimensions, yet local administrative offices still check every detail closely. Knowing your exact regional requirement prevents costly printing mistakes.
Unique Sizes and Specific Authority Rules
A Slovak firearms licence photo measures 30 by 35 millimeters[5]. The supplied facts list the Trinidad and Tobago Firearm User’s License photo as 38.1 by 50.8 millimeters.
The supplied facts list a 40 by 60 millimeter photo for the Saudi firearms licence[6]. Check the requirements for your specific document before printing.
Check the relevant authority's current instructions for the photo dimensions.
Finding Your Document on This Site
With dozens of different permits available, finding the right format can feel confusing. You can easily search our database by typing your country name or the specific document title into the search bar. This targeted search approach cuts through the clutter and brings up the exact specifications you need instantly.
After selecting a permit, use the listed dimensions to crop your photo. Check the authority's instructions before submitting it.
If the tool processes the photo in your browser, the image stays on your device. You can download the cropped image for printing.
Practical Steps to Take Your Photo
You do not need a professional studio to take a valid permit photo. Stand facing a bright window to get even, natural lighting on your face. Avoid harsh overhead lights that cast deep shadows under your nose and chin.
Ask a friend or family member to take the picture with a smartphone or digital camera. Having someone else take the shot prevents the awkward angles and distortion that happen when you try to take a selfie. Keep the camera at your eye level and stand about one to one and a half meters away from the lens.
Maintain a neutral facial expression with your mouth closed and eyes open. Look straight into the camera lens without smiling or frowning. Remove your hat and sunglasses, and check that your hair does not cover your eyes or face.
Printing and Submitting Your Permit Photo
Submission methods vary by document. The supplied examples include both printed and digital submissions for some applications[3][7], and printed submissions for others[1][8]. Check the instructions for your permit.
When physical copies are required, print quality matters greatly. You can arrange your cropped photo onto a standard four by six-inch template using our platform. This sheet fits ordinary home printers or standard photo printing machines at local retail kiosks.
Print your photo sheet at standard photo resolution on matte or glossy paper. Once you pick up your prints, use clean scissors to cut out the individual pictures along the marked lines. Handle the edges carefully so you do not smudge or bend the photos before submitting them with your application packet.
Frequently asked questions
Can I wear glasses in my firearms permit photo?
Rules about glasses depend on the specific authority, so check your local police or licensing guidelines before taking the picture.
Do I need a plain background for my hunting licence photo?
Background requirements vary by country and agency, but a plain, light background is generally safest unless stated otherwise.
How many photos fit on a 4x6-inch print?
Depending on the dimensions of your permit photo, several copies will fit onto a single standard 4x6-inch photo sheet for easy printing at a kiosk.
Are digital photo uploads accepted for all gun licences?
What should I wear when taking a firearm permit photo?
Wear everyday clothing that contrasts with your background, and avoid uniforms or headwear unless worn for religious or medical reasons.