Indonesian National Identity Card Photo Guide
Get clear facts on the photo requirements for your Kartu Tanda Penduduk Elektronik in Indonesia.
Official Size and Issuing Authority
The Kartu Tanda Penduduk Elektronik is also known as the KTP-el. The Directorate General of Population and Civil Registration is the relevant population administration authority.[1]
The available official information does not establish a nationwide photo size. A 25 × 30 mm crop is a common practice size, not an official specification.
A 25 × 30 mm (0.98 × 1.18 inch) crop is a common practice size, not a published requirement. The authority does not set head-height or margin measurements.
The cited information does not set a nationwide photo size. A 25 × 30 mm crop is common practice, not an official requirement.[1]
How the Authority Captures Your Portrait
The portrait is captured during electronic ID registration; applicants do not supply a print.[1]
The portrait is captured during electronic ID registration, and applicants do not supply a print.[1]
You can use the tool above to practice framing before your appointment.
The available information says the portrait is captured during electronic ID registration. It does not describe the camera setup or instructions given at the office.[1]
Background and Lighting Rules
The available official information does not specify a photo background. The portrait is recorded at the population administration office.[1]
For a practice picture at home, you can use a plain wall and face a window for light.
For a practice photo, keep the camera at eye level and ask someone to take it if that is easier.
For a practice photo at home, you can use a plain wall and even lighting. The official information does not describe the office’s equipment or background setup.[1]
Age Rules and Eligibility
The verified information says the KTP-el is generally issued from age 17 or upon marriage.[1]
Infant photo rules do not apply to the KTP-el, which is generally issued from age 17 or upon marriage.[1]
Contact your local population office if you have questions about registration.
The KTP-el is generally issued from age 17 or upon marriage, so infant photo rules do not apply.[1]
Preparing with the Tool
You can practice your posture at home if you wish. The cited information does not say that practice affects your expression or how nervous you feel.[1]
You can use the tool above to crop and check your framing.
The official image is recorded during electronic ID registration.[1]
You can use the tool above to practice framing for personal use. The official portrait is captured during electronic ID registration.[1]
What to Expect at Your Appointment
The official information cited here does not specify appointment documents or arrival procedures.
The source does not specify clothing or headwear rules for the KTP-el photo.
The available facts state that the portrait is captured during electronic ID registration; they do not specify the biometric steps or their order.[1]
The cited information does not specify appointment documents, arrival procedures, or clothing rules.[1]
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to bring my own printed photo for my KTP-el?
No, the portrait is captured during electronic ID registration, and applicants do not supply a print[1].
What is the official photo size for the Indonesian ID card?
The authority publishes no single official size, but 25 by 30 millimeters (0.98 by 1.18 inches) is a common practice crop size[1].
Who issues the Indonesian national identity card?
The Directorate General of Population and Civil Registration is the relevant authority.[1]
At what age do people get the KTP-el?
The electronic national identity card is generally issued from age 17 or upon marriage[1].
Are there infant rules for this ID photo?
Infant rules are not applicable because the electronic national identity card is generally issued from age 17 or upon marriage[1].
Can I practice my photo framing at home?
Yes, you can use the tool above to practice framing and posture before you visit the office.