Gabon

Gabonese passport 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

Background

Put an accepted colour behind you. This happens on your device.

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 namePasseport ordinaire
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

How to Prepare Your Gabonese Passport Photo at Home

For an ordinary Gabonese passport, the ministry lists three recent colour identity photos and does not state a photo size[1].

Official Size and Submission Rules

The ministry lists three recent colour identity photos for an ordinary passport[1]. The source does not give a photo size or head-height measurement[1]. A common practical crop is 35 × 45 mm; confirm the format with the issuing office before printing.

The source lists identity photos among the required documents for an ordinary passport[1]. Confirm the current submission process with the issuing office.

Background and Lighting Requirements

The ordinary passport instructions ask for recent colour identity photos but do not state a background[1]. Separate instructions for official or service passports specify a white background[2].

For a home photo, use even lighting and avoid shadows on your face.

Rules for Glasses, Headwear, and Expressions

The ordinary passport source does not specify rules for glasses[1]. If you wear them, check that glare does not obscure your eyes.

The ordinary passport source does not specify rules for headwear, expression, or mouth position[1].

Requirements for Children and Minors

The ministry’s ordinary-passport instructions require legalized authorization from the person with legal custody of a minor[1]. Check with the issuing office for the current document checklist.

The official guidelines do not state a separate photo specification for infants or children[1]. If you take a child’s photo at home, keep the child safe and make sure the face is visible.

Taking Your Photo at Home Step by Step

Ask someone to take the picture from in front of you. Keep your face visible in the frame.

Take a few photos and choose one in which your face is clear and visible.

Preparing and Printing Your Photo Sheet

If you need a print, 35 × 45 mm is a common practical crop, but the authority does not publish an official photo size[1].

If you print a photo sheet, check that the photos are clear and cut them out carefully.

Common Reasons Photos Are Refused

The cited instructions do not list photo rejection reasons. The ministry asks for recent colour identity photos[1].

The source does not state photo dimensions[1]. Confirm the required format with the issuing office before printing.

Frequently asked questions

What size should my Gabonese passport photo be?

The authority does not state a photo size[1]. A common practical crop is 35 × 45 mm (about 1.38 × 1.77 in); confirm the format with the issuing office.

Do I need a white background?

The ordinary passport page asks for recent colour identity photos without stating a background[1], but official-passport instructions specify a white background[2].

Can I wear glasses in my photo?

The ordinary passport source does not specify rules for glasses[1].

How many photos do I need to submit?

You must supply three recent colour identity photos when applying for an ordinary passport[1].

Are there special rules for minor applicants?

The ordinary-passport instructions require legalized authorization from the person with legal custody of a minor and do not state a separate child-photo specification[1].

Can I take the photo with my smartphone?

Yes, you can use a smartphone camera as long as someone else takes the picture from a proper distance with good lighting.