Mali Child Travel Document Photo Requirements and Guide
If you need a photo for a Mali child travel document, you can use the tool above to crop your image to the correct dimensions before you print it. This guide gives you the official details for your application.
Understanding the Document
The source lists this document under the name “Titre de voyage de moins de 18 ans et valable pour l’espace CEDEAO”[1]. It cites the decree that established a travel document for children aged 0 to 18[1].
Applications are submitted at the children’s travel document office at the Direction de la Police des Frontières, with the child accompanied by an adult[1].
Official Size and Crop Guidelines
The authority’s page does not state photo dimensions. The 35×45 mm size shown here is a common practical crop size, not an official requirement.
The practical crop size shown here is 35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 in). The authority does not publish a photo size, so ask the office what it needs before printing.
Head Height and Framing Rules
When you frame the photograph for the application, you must consider the proportions of the face. However, head height is not set by the authority[1].
The source does not set a head-height measurement. For a practical crop, center the child’s head in the frame.
Background and Lighting Specifications
The authority's current guidance does not state photo requirements or a background color[1]. The listed dimensions are a common practical crop size, but specific background rules are absent from the official text[1].
Even without strict background rules, it is best to use a plain background so the face stands out clearly. To get a clear picture at home, stand in a room with soft, natural light facing a window and avoid dark shadows falling on the wall.
Attendance and Child Rules
Applying for a travel document for a minor involves strict personal attendance rules. For children aged 0–18, the child must attend with an accompanying adult[1].
At the office, the child’s fingerprints are recorded[1].
Submission Format and Printing
The source does not say whether a photo is required or how it must be submitted. It lists a valid identity card among the documents to provide[1].
Once you crop your image to the common practical crop size, you can arrange it on a standard 4×6-inch photo template. Print this sheet out at a local store kiosk as an ordinary photo, then carefully cut out the individual picture for your paperwork.
Taking the Picture at Home
You can easily take the photo yourself at home before you print it out. Keep the camera lens at the eye level of the child to avoid awkward angles and distorted facial features.
Stand about one to one and a half meters away from the subject to maintain a natural look. You can use the tool above to adjust the framing and prepare your print sheet quickly.
Frequently asked questions
What is the official size for a Mali child travel document photo?
The authority publishes no single official size, but 35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 in) is a common practical crop size used by studios[1].
Does the authority set a head height rule?
No, head height is not set by the authority[1].
What are the background requirements?
The authority's current guidance does not state photo requirements or a background color[1].
How do you submit the photo?
The submission method is printed[1].
Do children need to be present when applying?
Yes, for children aged 0–18, the child must attend with an accompanying adult, and the authority takes fingerprints[1].