Malagasy Passport, Visa, and ID Photos
Get the right photo sizes for your Malagasy official documents quickly and easily. Learn the exact requirements for passports, IDs, visas, and cards before you apply.
Documents Covered in Madagascar
This page covers several official documents issued in Madagascar. You can find guidelines for the Malagasy passport[1], national identity card[2], and driving licence[3].
We also cover the biometric resident card[4], visitor visa[5], eVisa[6], work visa[7], and voter card[8].
Passport and Visa Photo Sizes
A 35×45 mm photo is a common size for a Malagasy passport. The cited public-service page asks for recent identity photos but does not give their dimensions or say that applicants may submit a digital photo[1].
For travel, the Madagascar visitor visa uses a 35×45 mm size for printed submission[5]. The Madagascar eVisa also uses 35×45 mm for digital submission[6], while the work visa uses 35×45 mm for printed submission[7]. Head height is not set for any of these visa types[5][6][7].
Identity Cards and Driving Licences
The Malagasy national identity card requires an official photo size of 40×40 mm[2]. Head height for this ID card is not set[2], and you must submit it as a printed photo[2].
The Malagasy driving licence uses a common photo size of 35×45 mm[3]. Head height is not set for the driving licence[3], and submission is required in printed format[3].
Resident and Voter Cards
The Malagasy biometric resident card uses a common photo size of 85×54 mm[4]. Head height for this card is not set[4], and you can submit it in both printed and digital formats[4].
The Malagasy voter card requires a photo size of 35×45 mm[8]. Head height is not set[8], and you must provide a printed photo[8].
Understanding Official and Common Sizes
The supplied facts list common sizes for the passport, driving licence, resident card, visas, and voter card; they list 40×40 mm as the official national identity card size. The cited sources do not all establish the photo dimensions[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8].
Because requirements differ between a passport, a visa, and a resident card, double-check your application guidelines before you start.
Tips for Taking Your Photo
You can take your photo at home using a simple digital camera or smartphone. Stand facing a bright window to get natural lighting on your face without harsh shadows.
Keep the camera at your eye level and about 1 to 1.5 meters away from your face. Ask a friend to take the picture so you avoid any distortion caused by holding the camera yourself.
Using the Tool on This Page
You can use the tool above to crop your photo to the exact millimeter dimensions required for your specific document. The tool helps you place your cropped images onto a standard 4×6-inch photo sheet so you can print them cheaply at any local store.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a Madagascar passport photo?
The Malagasy passport photo size is 35×45 mm[1].
Can I submit a digital photo for my Madagascar eVisa?
Yes, the Madagascar eVisa requires digital photo submission at 35×45 mm[6].
Is the head height specified for Malagasy ID photos?
What is the size of the national identity card photo?
The Malagasy national identity card photo has an official size of 40×40 mm[2].
Do I need a printed photo for the driving licence?
Yes, the Malagasy driving licence requires a printed photo in a 35×45 mm size[3].