Algerian Foreign Worker Permit Photo Guide
Prepare your photos for an Algerian work permit application with these simple size, background, and submission rules.
Size and Dimensions
For a provisional work authorization file, the Ministry requires six color identity photos on a white background, less than six months old[1]. The cited rules do not specify photo dimensions. A 35 by 45 mm crop is common practice, not an official size.
The cited rules do not set a head-height measurement[1]. Confirm the photo size with the office handling your application.
Background and Age of Your Photo
The provisional work authorization application specifically calls for color identity photos[1]. One of the most important rules to follow is the background requirement. Your pictures must feature a plain white background[1]. Any distractions, patterns, or colored backgrounds can lead to immediate rejection of your application.
The photos must be less than six months old[1].
Number of Photos Needed
A provisional work authorization file requires six color photos[1].
If you are later applying for a permit renewal, the requirements change, and you only need two photos[1]. Additionally, keep in mind that a work visa is a separate entry visa, and its required photo submission may depend entirely on the relevant consular post handling your case[1].
How to Take Your Photo at Home
Taking your own photo at home is a great way to save time and money before you submit your paperwork. To get the best results, start by finding a spot in your home that faces a large window for bright, natural daylight. Avoid standing under harsh overhead lights that create deep shadows under your nose and chin.
Ask a friend or a family member to take the picture for you instead of attempting a selfie, which usually distorts facial features and arms. Keep the camera at your exact eye level, positioned about one to one and a half meters away from your face. Stand up straight, relax your shoulders, keep a neutral posture, and look directly into the camera lens without smiling too widely or frowning. You can use the tool above to crop your picture to the common 35 by 45 mm size.
Preparing and Printing Your Photos
Once you have a great digital photo, you need to format it properly. The provisional work authorization application specifies printed photo submission[1], so you must have physical copies ready to hand in. The tool above helps you arrange your cropped photo onto a standard four by six inch photo sheet.
Save the finished sheet to your phone or a USB drive and take it to any local retail store with a photo printing kiosk. Print out your sheet as an ordinary four by six inch photo. Cut out your individual pictures carefully using a sharp pair of scissors or a paper cutter.
Common Reasons for Refusal
Cutting and checking your printed photos carefully will help you avoid common mistakes. Avoid common reasons for refusal by double-checking that your photos are under six months old[1] and printed clearly without pixelation or blur.
Use a white background[1].
Frequently asked questions
What size photo do I need for an Algerian work permit?
The authority publishes no single official size, but 35 by 45 mm is a common practice crop[1].
What background color is required?
The provisional work authorization application specifies color identity photos on a white background[1].
How old can the photos be?
The photos must be under six months old[1].
How many photos do I need to submit?
The provisional work authorization file requires six color photos, while a renewal requires two photos[1].
Are digital files accepted for submission?
The provisional work authorization application specifies printed photo submission[1].