Seychelles National Identity Card Photo Guide
Prepare your photo for a Seychelles national identity card by learning the correct size, age rules, and submission guidelines.
Official Size and Measurements
The authority publishes no single official size; the studio uses the size most often asked for[1].
When preparing a photo for overseas renewals, the commonly used dimensions are 35 by 45 millimeters, which equals 1.38 by 1.77 inches[1].
The head height is not set by the authority, meaning you will not find a mandatory measurement for the distance between your chin and the top of your head[1].
Because the official guidelines do not mandate exact millimeter limits for every facial proportion, checking with the issuing office helps you avoid mistakes.
Who Takes the Photo and Overseas Renewals
Most applicants are enrolled and photographed directly by the authority during the in-person application process[1].
If you are a Seychellois citizen renewing your card from overseas, you must supply one notarized passport-sized photo[1].
The department also describes a virtual ID. For overseas renewals, it asks Seychellois applicants to send one notarized, recent passport-size photo[1].
You can use the tool above to help crop your picture to the right dimensions before you submit your paperwork.
Background and Composition Rules
There are no photo composition details published on the current card page by the Immigration and Civil Status Department[1].
Since specific background colours or studio lighting rules are not listed on the official portal, keeping your background plain and neutral is a safe practice.
When taking a photo at home, try to stand in front of a plain white or light-coloured wall to keep distractions out of the frame.
Good lighting helps make your features clear without casting harsh shadows behind your head or across your face.
Rules for Children and Age Exceptions
Age plays a major role in whether an identity card requires a photograph at all[1].
Persons under 16 years of age have no photo on their ID according to the official guidelines[1].
Foreign nationals under 16 years of age receive a physical card without a photo as well[1].
The department says people under 16 do not have a photo taken for their ID. Foreign nationals under 16 receive a physical card without a photo[1].
Taking Your Photo at Home Step by Step
Stand facing a bright window to get soft and natural light on your face without harsh glares.
Ask a friend or family member to take the picture instead of holding the camera yourself for a better angle.
Keep the camera at your exact eye level and stand about one to one and a half meters away from the lens.
Look straight ahead with a relaxed face and keep your shoulders square to the camera.
Preparing and Printing Your Photo Sheet
Once you take a clear picture, you can use the tool above to crop your image to the 35 by 45 millimeter size commonly requested for renewals[1].
The tool arranges your cropped picture onto a standard sheet that you can print as an ordinary four-by-six-inch photo.
Take your printed sheet to a local photo kiosk to print it out cheaply on standard photo paper.
Always double-check your printed physical photo with a ruler to confirm the dimensions match what your application needs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the official photo size for a Seychelles ID?
The authority publishes no single official size; the studio uses the size most often asked for, which is typically 35 by 45 millimeters[1].
Do children need a photo on their Seychelles ID?
No. Persons under 16 have no photo on their ID, and foreign nationals under 16 receive a physical card without a photo[1].
Who takes the identity card photo?
In-person enrollment photos are taken directly by the authority, while overseas renewals require you to supply one notarized passport-sized photo[1].
Can I prepare my photo online?
Yes, you can use the tool above to crop your image to the correct dimensions and prepare a printable sheet.
Is head height regulated by the Seychelles authorities?
No, the head height is not set by the authority for this document[1].