Armenian Residence Permit Photo Requirements and Guide
Learn the official photo size and submission details for an Armenian residence status application.
Official Size and Document Basics
For a temporary or permanent residence status application, submit three color photos measuring 35×45 mm[1][2].
Check that the physical prints measure 35×45 mm exactly before you hand them in[2]. Getting the right physical dimensions helps your paperwork move forward without unexpected delays at the counter. Having the correct number of copies ready ahead of time makes your appointment go much smoother.
Submission and Photo Taking
Submit three color photos measuring 35×45 mm with your residence status application[1][2].
The official requirements ask applicants to submit three color photos with the application[1][2].
Background and Framing Details
The official requirements specify color photos but do not state a background color or portrait framing measurements[2].
The official requirements do not state portrait framing measurements[2].
Glasses, Headwear, and Expressions
The official sources do not specify rules for glasses, headwear, expression, or whether the mouth must be closed[2].
The official sources do not specify rules for glasses, headwear, expression, or whether the mouth must be closed[2].
Rules for Children and Infants
The official rules do not state separate infant photo requirements[2]. They specify 35×45 mm color photos for residence applications[1][2].
The official rules do not state separate infant photo requirements[2].
How to Take and Prepare Your Photo at Home
If you want to take a practice photo at home, face a bright window to get even lighting on your face. Avoid standing directly under harsh overhead lights that cast dark shadows under your eyes and chin. Ask a friend or family member to take the picture while standing about one to one and a half meters away from you. Keep the camera lens right at your eye level to avoid odd face angles or lens distortion.
The submitted photos must measure 35×45 mm[2]. Taking multiple test shots lets you check the lighting and your posture before you commit to a final crop.
How to Print Your Photo at a Kiosk
After cropping your photo to 35×45 mm, you can place it onto a standard 4×6-inch photo template. Save the finished image file to your phone or a USB drive and take it to any local print kiosk or photo shop.
Print it out on standard glossy or matte photo paper just like an ordinary family snapshot. Cut the photo carefully using sharp scissors and a ruler to get clean, straight edges. Having physical prints ready gives you flexible options for your personal records and backups. Double-check the final printed dimensions with a ruler to confirm the sides measure 35×45 mm[2].
Frequently asked questions
What is the official size for an Armenian residence permit photo?
The official size is 35×45 mm, which is about 1.38×1.77 inches[2].
What background color do I need to use?
The official requirements specify color photos, but they do not state a background color or portrait framing measurements[2].
Are there special photo rules for infants and children?
No separate infant photo requirements are stated in the official rules for Armenian residence permits[2].
Do I need to submit printed photos or digital files?
Are glasses and headwear allowed in the photo?
The official rules leave glasses and headwear unspecified[2].