Moldovan residence card photo (35×45 mm)

Understanding the Size Rules

The official sources reviewed do not specify an applicant-supplied photo size for the carte de rezidență^[1][2]. A 35 × 45 mm crop is a customary studio size, not an official requirement.

The sources reviewed do not set a head-height measurement for an applicant-supplied photo.

You can use the tool above to make a 35 × 45 mm copy for personal use.

Background and Lighting Setup

Good lighting makes your photo clear and helps avoid shadows. Face a bright window or use soft, even light from the front so your face is fully lit.

Avoid harsh shadows behind your head or under your chin. Keep your background plain and neutral so the camera focuses only on you.

The biometric residence card carries a facial image, and the applicant is documented through the migration authority's application process^[1][2]. No applicant-supplied photo print size was identified in the official sources reviewed^[1][2].

Expression, Glasses and Headwear

Official sources do not list specific rules for glasses or headwear for this card, as rules are unspecified^[1][2]. It is safest to remove your glasses to avoid lens glare and flash reflections.

Keep your face relaxed with a natural expression. Look straight into the camera lens with your eyes wide open and fully visible.

The official sources reviewed do not specify rules for headwear for this card.

Rules for Children and Infants

No distinct infant photo rules were found in the official sources reviewed^[1][2]. If you need to photograph a baby or a young child, lay them on a plain white or light-coloured sheet.

Make sure the child is looking at the camera with their eyes open and mouth closed. Take several photos so you have a good option to choose from.

Taking Your Photo at Home

Stand about 1 to 1.5 meters away from the camera or phone. Ask someone else to take the picture instead of taking a selfie, because holding the camera too close distorts facial features.

Keep the camera lens at your exact eye level. Check that your shoulders and upper chest are visible inside the frame.

You can use the tool above to make a 35 × 45 mm copy for personal use.

Preparing and Printing Your Photo

The card is issued by the General Inspectorate for Migration and produced by ASP^[1][2]. It is due to be introduced on January 1, 2026, for foreign nationals with residence rights, stateless persons, refugees, and beneficiaries of humanitarian protection^[1][2].

If you prepare a printed photo, you can arrange it on a 4×6-inch sheet and print it out at a local photo kiosk. Check the submission rules to see if your application requires digital files, printed copies, or both.