Photo Requirements for Belarus Passports, Visas, and ID Cards
Get the right photo size and format for your Belarusian passport, identity card, residence permit, visitor visa, or e-visa application.
Documents Covered for Belarus
This page covers five Belarus document photo types: passport, national identity card, residence permit, visitor visa, and e-visa photos, each listed at 35×45 mm. The size basis varies by document.
Each document type has its own guidelines for submission methods and measurements. Some applications require physical printed copies, while others accept or require digital files. Knowing these specific differences helps you avoid application delays and photo rejections.
Belarusian Passport Photo Rules
The Belarusian passport photo requires a strict size of 35x45 mm[1]. For this specific document, the official rules set the head height between 32 and 35 mm[1].
You must submit this photo in a printed format[1]. Because the Ministry of Internal Affairs sets exact measurements for passports, you should measure your printed photo carefully before you submit your application papers[1]. Keep your expression neutral and look straight into the camera lens without smiling.
National Identity Card and Residence Permit Photos
The Belarusian national identity card photo also uses a size of 35x45 mm, and you submit it as a digital file[2]. However, the official rules do not set a single head height requirement for the ID card[2]. You should still center your face properly so that authorities can easily verify your identity.
The supplied facts list a 35×45 mm residence permit photo, with both printed and digital submission and no set head-height measurement.
Visitor Visa and E-Visa Photo Rules
The fact table lists a 35×45 mm printed photo for a Belarus visitor visa and no set head height[3].
The supplied facts list a 35×45 mm digital photo as a common e-visa size, with no specified head-height measurement[3].
How Photo Rules Differ
The supplied facts list printed submission for passports and visitor visas, digital submission for national identity cards and e-visas, and both formats for residence permits[1][2][3].
The fact table specifies a 32–35 mm head height for passport photos[1]. It does not specify a head-height measurement for the other listed photo types.
Taking the Photo at Home
You can take your photo at home before you print it or upload it to your application. Stand facing a bright window to get even natural lighting on your face without creating dark shadows behind you. A plain light wall works best for your background.
Ask a friend or family member to take the picture using a digital camera or smartphone. Keep the camera at your eye level and stand about one to one and a half meters away from the lens to avoid facial distortion. Keep your shoulders square and look directly at the camera.
Checking Your Photo
Before you print or submit your file, check the crop and dimensions. For passport photos, use a ruler on your screen or printed page to confirm the head height falls between 32 and 35 mm[1].
Check that your entire face is visible, your eyes are open, and your hair does not cover your eyes. Avoid wearing hats, large glasses, or heavy head coverings unless worn for religious reasons.
If the Office Takes the Photo
Check with the office handling your application to find out whether it takes photos on-site and whether you need to bring a printed photo.
To prepare for an on-site photo, wear simple, everyday clothing and brush your hair. Arrive a few minutes early so you can check your appearance in a mirror before you step up to the camera.
Tips for Taking Your Photo
You can prepare your photo at home before you print it or upload it to your application.
You can use the tool above to crop your image to 35×45 mm.
Frequently asked questions
What size do I need for a Belarusian passport photo?
The official size for a Belarusian passport photo is 35x45 mm, with a head height between 32 and 35 mm[1].
Are Belarus visa photos submitted as prints or digital files?
Belarus visitor visa photos are submitted as printed copies[3], while e-visa photos are submitted as digital files.
Does the national ID card photo have a strict head height rule?
No, the official rules do not set a single head height requirement for the Belarusian national identity card photo[2].
Can I use the same photo for a residence permit and a passport?
While both use the 35x45 mm size, passport photos have strict head height rules of 32 to 35 mm[1], whereas residence permit photos do not have a set head height rule.
What background should I use if I take my photo at home?
Use a plain, light-colored background without patterns or shadows behind you.