Madagascar

Madagascar visitor visa 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

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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 nameVisa court séjour non transformable — tourisme
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

Madagascar Visitor Visa Photo Guide

Prepare your Madagascar tourist visa photo correctly by learning what the embassy requires and how to print your picture at home.

Official Size and Requirements

The Paris embassy checklist asks for one recent identity photo to attach to the visa form but gives no dimensions or background[1]. A 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) crop is a practical suggestion, not an official requirement.

Confirm any photo requirements with the mission handling your application.

Head Measurements and Positioning

The Paris embassy checklist does not specify a head-height measurement[1].

Keep your shoulders level and look straight ahead at the camera lens with a calm posture. You can use the tool above to help check your framing and crop your picture correctly. Taking a clear, well-framed picture helps your application look neat and professional when the embassy reviews it.

Background and Lighting

The official Paris embassy checklist asks for one recent identity photo to attach to the visa form but sets no dimensions or background[1]. Try to stand in front of a plain wall if possible to keep the background clean and distraction-free.

Make sure the lighting on your face is bright and even, and check that you do not have harsh shadows behind your head. Natural light from a window works very well for this purpose. Avoid using a dark or patterned background since simple backdrops are always better for official paperwork.

Glasses, Expression and Headwear

The official guidelines do not specify rules for glasses, facial expressions, or head coverings[1][2]. It is safest to keep your face relaxed and keep your eyes open wide when the picture is snapped.

If you wear prescription glasses, check carefully for glare or flash reflections on the glass lenses. You can also take your glasses off to completely avoid any reflection issues that might obscure your eyes. Keeping your features clearly visible is always a smart choice for any official travel document you submit.

Children and Infant Photos

The cited checklist does not give a separate photo rule for infants[1].

Make sure their face is fully visible and turned toward the camera lens as much as possible. You can take multiple test shots to get a clear image before you select the final one. Patience is very helpful when you are trying to photograph a young child for official identification use.

Printing and Submitting Your Photo

You must submit one recent printed photo attached to the application form[1]. You can use the tool above to format your image into a standard 4×6-inch print sheet right in your web browser.

Print the photo using a method that preserves the chosen crop, then attach the recent printed photo to the application form[1].

Using the Tool for Your Photo

You can use the tool above to prepare a photo copy for other uses.

Confirm the photo requirements with the mission handling your application before printing.

Frequently asked questions

What is the official photo size for a Madagascar visitor visa?

The authority publishes no single official size; the studio uses the size most often asked for[1][2]. A 35 × 45 mm crop is a common visa-photo size and is used as a practical fallback[1].

Do I need a printed photo or a digital file?

One recent printed photo is attached to the application form[1].

Does the embassy set a rule for head height?

Head height is not set by the authority[1][2].

Are glasses allowed in the visa photo?

Glasses rules are unspecified by the official guidelines[1][2].

Can I print my photo at a standard photo kiosk?

Yes, you can arrange your cropped photo on a 4x6-inch sheet and print it at any ordinary kiosk[1].