Rwanda Work Permit Photo Guide
Prepare your photo for a Rwanda work permit application using the tool above.
Official Size and Authority Rules
The Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration issues employment permits[1]. The reviewed pages do not specify whether applicants need to provide a photo or give its size[1][2]. A 35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 in) crop is a common practical identity-photo size, but check with the issuing office before preparing one.
Because the official rules do not list an exact dimension, you should always check with the issuing office or your employer before you submit your file. Knowing the common practical size helps you prepare your paperwork correctly and avoid unexpected delays in your application process.
Background and Lighting Specifications
The reviewed employment permit and general information pages do not specify whether a photo is required or give a background rule[1][2]. If you need to prepare a photo, 35×45 mm is a common practical crop, but confirm the requirements with the issuing office.
When you take your picture, good lighting helps keep your face clear and visible. Face a bright window or use soft indoor lamps to light both sides of your face evenly. Avoid harsh shadows behind your head or dark spots across your facial features.
Glasses, Headwear, and Expression
The official guidelines list glasses as unspecified[1][2]. If you wear glasses every day, you can check if your frames block your eyes or create heavy glare on the lenses. Taking them off for the photo is often safer if you want to avoid rejection by office staff.
The reviewed pages do not specify headwear or expression rules for a work-permit photo[1][2]. Check with the issuing office if you need to provide a photo.
Head Height and Framing Details
The official guidelines state that the head height is not set by the authority[1][2]. Without a mandated head height or top margin, you should center your head naturally within the frame. Leave a small, balanced amount of space above your hair and on both sides of your shoulders.
Keep your camera at eye level, roughly one to one and a half meters away from your face. Ask a friend to take the picture for you instead of taking a selfie, because a front camera often distorts facial proportions and changes the look of your nose and chin.
Digital Submission and File Handling
The reviewed pages do not specify whether a photo is required or whether it is uploaded online[1][2]. Follow the current application instructions for any photo requirements.
Make sure your digital image is sharp, clear, and saved in a standard format like JPEG. Avoid heavy digital filters, retouching, or altering your facial features, as administrative staff review the files closely for authenticity.
Preparing Your Photo with the Tool
You can crop and format your digital image using the tool on this page before you upload it to the official portal. The tool helps you adjust your crop to the common 35 by 45 mm size quickly in your browser window. Your photo stays on your device and is never sent to any external server.
Because the authority publishes no single official size, use the tool to prepare your file, but always confirm the final requirements with the issuing office[1][2]. Rehearsing your photo setup gives you a clean copy ready for your digital application.