Gibraltar

Gibraltar disability information card photo (35×45 mm)

Required size: 35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 in). Your photo is processed on your device.

The issuing authority doesn't publish one photo size for this document, so the studio uses the size most often asked for. Check the current rules with the authority or organisation that issues it before you apply.

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Photo requirements

  • Size: 35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 in)
  • Head size: not set by the authority
  • Background: White
  • Privacy: Processed on your device; the photo is not uploaded

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Download or print

Download a single photo, or a sheet with several copies to print at a photo kiosk.

💡 Printing tip

Save the sheet to your phone or a USB drive and order it at a photo kiosk as a standard 4×6-inch print.

Choose an ordinary photo print, not the passport photo service.

Official specification

Official nameDisability Information Card
How you hand it inPrinted photo
Photo size35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 in)
Head height (chin to top of head)Not set by the authority
BackgroundWhite
GlassesTake them off, unless you can’t for medical reasons
Head coveringOnly for religious or medical reasons, with the face fully visible
ExpressionNeutral, mouth closed, eyes open

Preparing Your Gibraltar Disability Information Card Photo

You need a passport-style printed photo when you apply for a Disability Information Card in Gibraltar[1]. You can use the tool above to prepare your image for printing.

Official Size and Guidelines

The Ministry of Equality asks for one passport-size photo, but its guidance does not give numeric dimensions[1]. A 35 by 45 mm (1.38 by 1.77 inch) crop is commonly used for passport-style photos. Confirm the required size with the Ministry before applying.

The guidance requests a photo similar to a passport photo and does not specify a background colour or detailed rules for glasses, headwear, or expression[1]. Very young children and children with severe disabilities do not have to have their eyes open, but their eyes must be visible and unobscured[1].

How to Take Your Photo at Home

Taking your own photo at home is simple if you follow a few basic steps. Stand about one to one and a half meters away from the camera to avoid any distortion of your facial features. Keep the camera at your exact eye level rather than pointing it up or down.

Face a bright window or use even indoor lighting so your face is clearly visible without harsh shadows. Keep a neutral expression and look straight into the camera lens. Ask a friend or family member to take the picture rather than trying a selfie, because a selfie often distorts your nose and head shape.

Preparing Your Photo with the Tool

Once you have a clear picture, you can use the tool above to crop it to the correct dimensions. The tool runs right in your web browser, and your photo never leaves your device, keeping your personal images private.

You can use the tool to rehearse, check your framing, and arrange your picture onto a standard 4 by 6-inch photo sheet. This makes it easy to print your cropped image at a local photo kiosk without needing special software on your home computer.

Printing Your Photo Sheet

Save your finished 4 by 6-inch photo sheet to your smartphone or a USB memory drive. Take your file to a local retail kiosk that prints ordinary photographs for the public. Print the file as a standard 4 by 6-inch matte or gloss photograph.

The official booklet asks you to submit one passport-size photo with your application at the Ministry of Equality[1]. The sources do not specify a 35 by 45 mm photo size.

Photos for Children and Infants

The guidance says very young children and children with severe disabilities do not have to have their eyes open, but their eyes must remain visible and unobscured[1].

For a child photo, make sure the child's eyes are visible and unobscured. Very young children and children with severe disabilities do not have to have their eyes open[1].

Why Photos Get Refused

Even though official rules are flexible, offices can reject pictures that are blurry, dark, or poorly lit. Make sure your face is sharp and easy for staff to recognize.

Avoid wearing heavily tinted glasses or hats that obscure your facial features, even if the written rules do not mention them explicitly. A clear view of your face helps staff process your application without delay. Always inspect your printed photo closely before you turn it in to the office.

Understanding the Submission Process

You must supply one passport-style printed photo with the application[1][2]. The authority does not accept digital files uploaded online for this specific card, so a physical copy is mandatory.

Keep your printed sheet flat in an envelope until you are ready to cut the photo out. Double-check that your printed copy matches the 35 by 45 mm dimensions before attaching it to your application forms. Preparing your photo carefully at home saves you time and helps you meet all physical submission requirements.

Frequently asked questions

What size is the Gibraltar Disability Information Card photo?

The authority publishes no single official size; the studio uses the size most often asked for, which is 35 by 45 mm[1][2].

What background color do I need for the photo?

The official guidance requests a passport-style photo but does not state a background colour[1][2].

Are digital photo submissions accepted?

You must supply one passport-style printed photo with the application[1][2].

Are there special rules for children's photos?

No special infant rule found in the official information reviewed[1][2].

Can I use the tool on this page for my application?

You can use the tool to rehearse, check a photo, or prepare a copy, though the final decision on acceptance rests with the issuing office.