Preparing Your South Sudan Work Permit Photo
Get your photo ready for a South Sudan work permit by following official guidelines for size and background.
Official Size Guidelines
The Ministry of Labour requires two passport-size photos with a white background for foreign work permit applications[1]. It does not state photo dimensions. The studio uses 35 by 45 millimeters (1.38 by 1.77 inches) as a common crop size.
The source does not state exact photo dimensions or a head-height rule[1]. Confirm the required print size with the issuing office before printing.
Confirm photo requirements with the issuing office before printing.
Background and Lighting Requirements
Foreign work-permit applicants must supply two printed passport-size photos with their paperwork[1]. Meeting the background rule is one of the most important parts of preparing your picture. A white background is explicitly required by the official instructions[1].
The authority requires a white background but does not state photo dimensions or framing rules[1].
Lighting plays a major role in achieving a pure white background. If your room has dim lighting, the background might look gray or yellow in the final picture. Position yourself a short distance away from the wall to prevent your shadow from appearing behind your head.
How to Take Your Photo at Home
You can easily take your photo at home before you send it to print. Stand about one to one and a half meters away from the camera lens to avoid distortion. Keep the camera at your exact eye level rather than pointing it up or down.
The authority does not state rules for expression or gaze[1].
Taking your own picture requires patience and attention to detail. Make sure your hair does not cover your eyes or face. Take multiple test shots until you find one that looks clear, natural, and properly framed. You can use the tool above to crop your image to the correct size.
Preparing Your Print Sheet
Once you capture a clear digital image, you need to prepare it for printing. The authority requires physical copies for your paperwork[1]. You can use the tool above to crop your photo to the standard 35 by 45 millimeter size.
This tool arranges your cropped picture onto a standard 4 by 6 inch sheet template. Save the finished sheet to your device and take it to a local photo kiosk. Print it out as an ordinary 4 by 6 inch photograph, then cut out your pictures neatly with scissors.
Printing at a kiosk is simple when you use the right template size. A standard 4 by 6 inch photo sheet fits neatly into most retail printing machines. Make sure you select a matte or glossy finish that matches standard photo quality without adding special filters or effects.
Common Reasons Photos Are Refused
The ministry requires a white background for the photos[1].
Applicants must supply two printed passport-size photos[1].
Double-checking your prints can save you time and frustration. Look closely at the edges to ensure the crop is straight and clean. If the photo looks dark, grainy, or poorly lit, take a new picture before submitting your work permit papers.
Children and Special Cases
The source gives no separate rules for infants[1].
The source does not state separate photo rules for dependents or infants[1]. Contact the Department of Alien Employment for instructions about their photos.
The source does not state photo rules for dependents[1].
Frequently asked questions
What size should my South Sudan work permit photo be?
The ministry requires passport-size photos but does not state exact dimensions[1]. The studio uses 35 by 45 millimeters as a common crop size.
What background color do I need for the photo?
A white background is explicitly required for work permit photos[1].
How many printed photos must I submit?
Foreign work-permit applicants must supply two printed passport-size photos[1].
Are there special photo rules for infants?
The source does not state separate rules for infants[1].
Which office handles work permit applications?
The National Ministry of Labour, Department of Alien Employment handles work permit applications in South Sudan[1].