North Macedonian national ID card photo (35×45 mm)

Official Size and Authority Guidelines

The MVR page describes identity-card applications but does not specify a photo size or say that applicants bring a photo^[1].

A 35 × 45 mm crop is offered here as a common practice size, not an official ID-card photo requirement.

Head height is not set by the authority^[1]. Because specific framing rules for head size are absent from official publications, keeping your head centered with balanced margins is a reliable approach.

Background and Lighting Specifications

No photo background requirement was found in the opened MVR identity-card application information^[1]. When you capture your image at home, practical advice suggests using a plain, neutral background to keep the focus entirely on your face.

Good lighting helps prevent shadows that might obscure your features. Face a bright window to capture soft, even light across your face. Avoid standing under direct overhead lamps that cast dark shadows under your eyes and nose.

Keep the camera at eye level about 1 to 1.5 meters away from your face. Having someone else take the picture prevents the distortion that often happens when you hold a phone at arm length for a selfie.

Glasses and Head Coverings

The official rules for glasses are unspecified by the authority^[1]. However, if you choose to wear glasses in your photo, make sure the frames do not thick-line or hide your eyes.

Check your lenses for glare or reflections that make your eyes hard to see.

Headwear is also unspecified in the available application information^[1]. If you wear head coverings for religious or medical reasons, verify that your face remains fully visible from the bottom of your chin to the top of your forehead.

Rules for Children and Minors

The opened MVR page describes first identity cards for adults and minors aged 15 to 18^[1]. No infant ID card rule was found in the source documents^[1].

For minors applying for their first identity card, make sure they face the camera directly. An adult can help position the child, but the adult should stay completely out of the frame.

Using the Tool at Home

You can use the tool above to help crop your digital photo to the 35×45 mm dimension before you print it. Stand against a plain wall and take a clear picture following good lighting practices.

Upload your image to the browser tool. The tool crops your photo locally on your device without uploading it elsewhere. You can then arrange it on a standard sheet to print at a local photo kiosk.

Submission and Processing Details

The MVR page describes identity-card application steps but does not explain how or where the official photo is taken^[1]. Check with the office before preparing or printing a photo.

Bring all required identification papers and application forms to your scheduled appointment. Check whether your local office accepts printed photo sheets or if they prefer to take the official picture on-site.