Haitian National Identity Card Photo Requirements and Information
For a Haitian national identity card, you must appear in person at an ONI office for your photo and biometric capture[1][2]. The tool above can help you crop images for other uses.
Official Application Process and Photo Rules
The Office National d'Identification (ONI) handles the official application process for the Carte d'Identification Nationale (CIN)[1][2]. During this appointment, the authority captures your photo in person at their office[1].
Because the authority takes the picture itself, it publishes no single official size for applicant-supplied photos[1]. Therefore, any size you see online, such as 35×45 mm, is merely a common practice crop size rather than an official ONI specification[1]. You must complete your biometric capture directly with the agency[1].
Dimensions and Head Height Details
When preparing a personal image or practicing with formatting, you might look at dimensions like 35×45 mm or 1.38×1.77 inches[1]. However, since the authority captures your image directly, the head height is not set by the authority[1].
There are no official height limits or top margin rules published for applicant use[1]. Always rely on the instructions given by the ONI officials during your appointment rather than external measurements[1][2].
Background and Lighting Considerations
The authority captures the applicant's photo in person and does not publish background wording or photo print dimensions[1]. The cited source does not specify a background color[1].
If you want to take practice pictures at home for other purposes, setting up your environment properly helps achieve a clear image. Face a bright window to light your face evenly without harsh shadows. Keep the camera lens at your exact eye level to avoid awkward angles and stand about one to one and a half meters away from the lens. Ask someone else to click the picture so your hands stay relaxed and out of frame.
Glasses, Headwear, and Expression
The cited documents do not specify rules about glasses, headwear, facial expression, or whether the mouth must be closed[1][2].
Because the ONI staff takes the photo during your appointment, they will guide you on posture and appearance on-site[1]. You do not need to worry about styling your own passport photo prints for this specific document[1].
Age Rules and Eligibility
The national identity card is strictly an adult document[2]. According to the cited ONI decree, the Carte d'Identification Nationale is issued starting from age 18[2].
Because minors cannot hold this card, the authority provides no infant or child photo rules[2]. Adults must apply in person to complete the mandatory biometric registration[1][2].
Using the Tool for Practice
You cannot submit an external photo for your official Haitian national identity card because the ONI captures the image directly[1][2]. Because of this rule, sending an independent print to the office is not possible[1].
The tool on this page can help you crop images for other documents or practice framing at home.
Preparing for Your ONI Appointment
Getting your national identity card requires planning your visit to an ONI office[1]. Check the official portal to complete your pre-application steps before you arrive[1].
The documents you need depend on your application[1]. Check the ONI instructions for the required documents before your appointment[1][3].
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to bring my own photo to the ONI office?
No, the authority captures the applicant's photo in person[1].
What is the official size of the ID photo?
The authority publishes no single official size, but 35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 in) is a common practice crop size[1].
Are glasses allowed in the official photo?
The rules for glasses are unspecified by the authority[1].
At what age can you get the Haitian national identity card?
The national identity card is issued from age 18 according to the ONI decree[2].
Can I submit a digital file online for my CIN?
You must appear at an ONI office for the photo and biometric capture[1].