Romanian Residence Permit Photo Rules and Sizes
Getting a Romanian residence permit means understanding how the immigration authority collects your photo. Read on to learn what the official sources state and how the tool above can help you prepare images.
Official Collection by the Immigration Authority
When you apply for a Romanian residence permit, known locally as a Permis de ședere, the process involves visiting an office where staff take your picture. The Inspectoratul General pentru Imigrări issues these permits[1][2]. The residence permit includes a biometric portrait collected by the immigration authority[2].
The consulted official sources do not specify a separate applicant photo-print size or a precise background colour[1][2]. The authority collects the biometric portrait as part of the permit process[2].
Understanding the Photo Size and Dimensions
The official sources do not publish a separate applicant photo size. A 35 by 45 mm crop is a practical option, not an official requirement.
The cited sources do not require applicants to submit printed photos[1][2]. You can prepare a practice image for personal use if you wish.
Head Height and Framing Details
The cited sources do not specify a head-height measurement for a separate applicant photo[1][2]. You do not need to worry about exact millimeter distances for your head top or chin if you are just preparing a personal test image.
For a practice photo, you can center your face and look straight ahead. Place the camera at eye level and use even lighting.
Rules for Children and Infants
If you are applying for a permit for a child, you might wonder how the process works for younger family members. The cited sources do not identify a separate infant photo-submission rule[1][2].
The residence permit includes a biometric portrait collected by the authority[2]. The cited sources do not describe photo procedures for children or staff assistance, so checking with the local office before your appointment is a smart step to take.
Taking and Preparing Photos at Home
The authority collects the biometric portrait for the residence permit[2]. The cited sources do not specify a separate applicant photo-print requirement.
A helper can take a practice photo for you. You can crop it to 35 by 45 mm for personal use.
Printing on Standard Photo Sheets
The permit is issued as a physical card. The cited sources do not require applicants to submit a photo print.
You can use the tool above to prepare a print sheet for personal use. The authority collects the biometric portrait for the permit[2].
Frequently asked questions
Does the Romanian immigration authority take the photo?
Yes. The cited sources describe the portrait as collected by the immigration authority[2].