Montenegrin Child Passport Photo Requirements
Preparing a passport application for a minor in Montenegro requires following official size and facial rules. Here is what you need to know about the official specifications set by the Ministry of the Interior.
Official Size and How to Submit
The official size for a Montenegrin child passport photo is 32 by 41 millimeters, which is about 1.26 by 1.61 inches[1]. The official name for this travel document application is pasoš za maloljetno lice[1]. When you apply for a child passport in Montenegro, the authority captures the photo directly during your appointment[1][2].
The authority takes the photo during the application, so you do not supply a printed photo[1]. Children under 12 are exempt from fingerprint capture[1].
Background and Lighting
The regulation does not specify a background color for the passport photo[1]. For a practice photo at home, a plain, neutral wall can help keep the image clear.
Good lighting is also very important for any portrait. Face the child toward a soft light source like a large window to get even light across the face. Avoid harsh overhead lights that create dark shadows under the nose or chin, and make sure there are no shadows on the wall behind the child.
Facial Expression and Mouth
The subject must maintain a neutral expression when the picture is taken[1]. You need to make sure the mouth remains completely closed[1]. Do not let the child smile, laugh, frown, or open the mouth during the capture.
For a practice photo, wait until the child is calm before taking the picture. The official photo is taken by the authority during the application[1].
Glasses and Headwear
Glasses are allowed only under conditions set by the regulation[1]. The eyes must remain visible, and the lenses must not have glare[1].
Headwear is permitted only for religious or medical reasons[1].
Taking a Practice Photo at Home
Since the authority captures the official photo during your appointment, you cannot submit a home print for the final application[1][2]. However, taking a practice picture at home helps you check the child's posture, clothing, and expression before you go.
Stand about one to one and a half meters away from the child to avoid any lens distortion. Keep the camera or smartphone lens right at the child's eye level. If the child is an infant, you can lay them down on a plain white or light sheet on the floor and take the practice shot from directly above, making sure they look straight up at the lens.
Using the Tool on This Page
The tool above can help you rehearse, check a photo, or prepare a copy for other uses. It lets you crop images to the correct 32 by 41 millimeter dimensions right inside your web browser.
You can use the tool to crop a practice image or prepare a copy for another personal use. The authority takes the official photo during your application[1].
Frequently asked questions
What is the official size of a Montenegrin child passport photo?
The official size is 32 by 41 millimeters, or 1.26 by 1.61 inches[1].
Do I need to bring a printed photo to the office?
Are children required to give fingerprints?
Children under 12 are exempt from fingerprint capture[1].
Can the child wear glasses in the photo?
Glasses are allowed only under specific conditions, such as needing them for a medical reason, and the eyes must be fully visible without glare[1].
What are the headwear rules?
Headwear is permitted for religious or medical reasons only, and it must not hide any part of the face[1].