French Polynesia residence permit photo (35×45 mm)

Official Size and Measurements

The local checklist for a trainee residence-card application specifies a 3.5×4.5 cm photo^[1]. That equals 35×45 mm, or about 1.38×1.77 inches.

The cited checklist does not specify a head-height measurement^[1].

Residence permits in French Polynesia include temporary, multi-year, resident and permanent resident cards, with categories such as student, visitor and employee. The published local checklist confirms the size for a stay-permit application photo; it asks for two copies of the application form, with a photo affixed to each^[1]. Other permit-category checklists may differ.

Check the printed photo with a ruler before attaching it to the application form.

Taking the photo at home

You can take the photo at home. Stand about one meter from a plain wall and ask someone to take the picture at eye level.

Keep your shoulders straight and look directly into the camera lens. Relax your face so you maintain a natural appearance without looking stiff.

Background and Lighting

The local checklist specifies a 3.5×4.5 cm identity photo but does not state a background color^[1].

Face a bright window when you take your picture to get even lighting on your face. Natural daylight works best because it reduces strange shadows and keeps your skin tones looking normal. Avoid harsh shadows behind your head by standing a short step away from the wall.

Use even lighting so your face is clear and easy to see.

Glasses, Headwear, and Expression

The checklist does not specify rules for glasses^[1]. Ask the office if you need guidance.

The checklist does not specify rules for headwear^[1]. Ask the office if you need guidance.

The checklist does not specify expression or mouth rules.

Rules for Children

Minor foreign children generally do not need a residence permit; a travel document may be requested separately^[2].

Always check the specific guidelines for any other family members to see if they need a separate card or a different type of document. The rules differ depending on age and nationality, so reading the official checklist for each person in your household is important.

If you have questions about a child's travel papers, check the local government website or ask an official at the desk.

Printing and Submission

The trainee-card checklist asks for two copies of the application form, each with a photo affixed^[1].

You can use the tool above to crop your picture and arrange it onto a standard 4x6-inch sheet for printing at a local kiosk. Check your print with a ruler to confirm the final dimensions measure 35×45 mm before you glue it to your form.

Cutting the photo neatly along the border lines keeps it looking professional and neat. Make sure you use a clean glue stick so the paper does not wrinkle or stain the image surface.

Before you go

Review your paperwork carefully before visiting the office. Make sure all forms are filled out correctly and that your photos are firmly glued to the designated spots.

Bring extra copies of your documents just in case the office requests them during your appointment.

Avoiding Common Mistakes

The checklist does not list photo-refusal reasons. Make sure the photo is clear before printing it.

Check that each of the two application-form copies has a photo affixed, as the trainee-card checklist requires^[1].

Keep your printed sheet flat in an envelope so the photos do not get bent or scratched on your way to submit them.