Aruban Child Passport Photo Guide
Get ready to apply for your child's Aruban passport with a correct photo sized 35×45 mm. Follow these simple steps to prepare your printed photo at home.
Official Size Requirements
When you apply for a Paspoort voor minderjarigen in Aruba, bring a recent color photo[1]. The official photo size is 35 by 45 millimeters (about 1.38 by 1.77 inches)[2].
The official sources do not give a head-height measurement for this photo. Follow the photo rules in Fotomatrix Model 2007; children under six may use its relaxed minimum requirements[1][2]. Knowing these limits helps you prepare a good picture before you visit the office.
Background and Lighting Setup
The photo rules require a light, even background, but do not name a specific color[2]. Avoid shadows behind your child's head.
Good lighting helps you avoid shadows and keeps the photo clear. Face a bright window or use soft indoor lighting so the face is evenly lit. Keep the camera steady and hold it at the child's eye level. Avoid standing too close to the wall to prevent dark shadows from forming right behind your child.
Glasses, Headwear and Facial Rules
The official photo rules allow glasses only if they meet the conditions in Fotomatrix Model 2007[1][2]. Check that guide for the exact requirements. If glasses have thick frames or tinted lenses, it is usually safer to take them off for the photo.
Headwear is generally not allowed, with possible exceptions for medical or religious reasons. The issuing office decides whether an exception applies[1][2]. Any allowed headwear must not cast a shadow on the face or block the features.
Rules for Infants and Young Children
Children under six have relaxed minimum photo requirements under Fotomatrix Model 2007[1]. Check the Fotomatrix for the requirements that apply to your child.
Your child must attend the application. Fingerprints are taken from children aged 12 and older[1]. Parents or guardians must attend and give consent; if one cannot attend, the government page explains what written consent to provide[1].
Taking the Photo at Home
Bring a recent color photo with your child's passport application[1].
Take several shots so you have options to choose from. You can use the tool above to crop the photo to the required 35 by 45 millimeter size and arrange it on a standard 4 by 6-inch sheet. Having a helper can make it much easier to keep a baby calm while you focus on the camera.
Checking Your Photo and Common Mistakes
Before you print, look closely at the image on your screen. Check that the child looks directly at the lens and that the lighting is even across the face.
A very common mistake is bad lighting that casts a shadow under the nose or chin. Another error is cropping too tightly around the chin or top of the head. Leave a small margin of space around the face so the cropping tool can handle the dimensions properly.
Printing and Submitting Your Photo
Bring a recent color passport photo with your application[1].
Print the sheet on ordinary glossy or matte photo paper at standard size without any scaling or cropping adjustments. Cut out the 35 by 45 millimeter photo carefully and bring it to your appointment with the issuing office.