Kenya Seafarer Discharge Book Photo Requirements
The Kenya Maritime Authority requires two passport-size photos on a white background for a Continuous Discharge Book (CDC)[1][2]. It does not specify exact dimensions.
Official Size and Photo Rules
The Kenya Maritime Authority requires two passport-size photographs for a Continuous Discharge Book (CDC)[2]. The sources do not specify exact dimensions; this guide uses 35 × 45 mm as a practical crop.
The standard crop used for practical use is 35×45 mm, which is 1.38×1.77 in. Head height is not set by the authority. You can use the tool above to crop your photo to this common size for your application.
The authority does not specify exact dimensions. The 35 × 45 mm crop shown here is for practical use. Check with the receiving office if you need confirmation before printing.
Background and Lighting
The authority requires passport-size photographs on a white background[2].
Face a bright window or use even lighting so your face is clear. Avoid harsh flashes that wash out your skin tone.
Cast shadows behind you can cause problems when you submit your application. Stand a little bit away from the wall to stop shadows from forming. Natural light from the front gives the best results for your final printed image.
Glasses, Expression and Headwear
The sources do not specify rules for glasses or facial expression[1][2].
The sources do not specify headwear rules. Check with the Kenya Maritime Authority if you need guidance about head coverings.
If you choose to wear glasses, check for glare on the lenses before you print the photo. Your eyes must show clearly behind the glass so that officials can identify you without trouble.
Children and Special Rules
The sources do not give separate photo rules for infants[2].
The tool can still help to rehearse, check a photo or prepare a copy for other uses, without claiming it will be accepted.
Even when specific infant instructions are absent, keeping the background plain and white remains a good practice for any age group. Take several pictures so you have options to choose from.
How to Take Your Photo at Home
Stand about one to one and a half meters away from a plain white wall. Ask someone else to take the picture instead of taking a selfie, and keep the camera at your eye level.
Leave some space around your head and shoulders so you can crop the image. The tool above can prepare a 35 × 45 mm crop for practical use.
Hold the camera still or place it on a stable surface or tripod. Look straight ahead at the lens with a natural expression. Check that your shoulders are level and the lighting is even across both sides of your face.
Printing Your Photo for Submission
The photo submission format listed for this document is printed. You will need physical copies.
Arrange your cropped 35×45 mm photo onto a standard 4x6-inch sheet template. Print it at any local photo kiosk on ordinary photo paper, then cut out the individual photos carefully with scissors.
Check the final printed size with a physical ruler to confirm it measures 35 by 45 millimeters. Use sharp scissors or a paper cutter to keep the edges straight and clean before you hand them in with your application forms.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the photo for a Kenya Continuous Discharge Book?
The sources do not specify exact dimensions[2]. This guide uses 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) as a practical crop.
What background color do I need?
How many photos do I need to submit?
The Kenya Maritime Authority requires two passport-size photographs for a Continuous Discharge Book (CDC)[2].
Are there special rules for children?
The sources do not give separate photo rules for infants[2].