Official Photo Guidelines for Martinique
Learn the exact official photo requirements for passports, visas, and ID documents in Martinique.
Official Photo Rules in Martinique
Martinique follows French national standards for official identification photos. Whether you need a French passport photo (35×45 mm) or a French national identity card photo (35×45 mm), the rules are strict and precise[1][2]. You must submit printed copies for most applications, while some documents allow digital submission[1][2][3][4][5]. Understanding these official requirements prevents your application from being delayed or rejected by local authorities. You can prepare your pictures easily with the tool above.
Passports and Identity Cards
For a French passport photo (35×45 mm) and a French national identity card photo (35×45 mm), the official size is identical[1][2]. Your head height from the chin to the top of the head must measure between 32 and 36 mm[1][2]. The background must be plain and light-colored, but never white[1][2].
You must keep a neutral expression with your mouth closed and look straight into the camera lens[1][2]. Lighting must be even across your face without creating harsh shadows or reflections.
Visa Photo Specifications
If you apply for a French short-stay visa photo (37.5×45 mm) or a French long-stay visa photo (37.5×45 mm), the dimensions change slightly[5][6]. Both types require a head height between 32 and 36 mm[5][6]. You can submit the short-stay photo digitally or printed, while the long-stay visa requires printed copies[5][6].
Make sure your face is clearly visible without any hair covering your eyes[5][6]. Your head must remain straight and centered in the frame.
Driving Licences and Permits
Driving documents have specific submission methods in Martinique. A French driving licence photo (35×45 mm) and a French residence permit photo (35×45 mm) can be submitted both digitally or printed[3][4]. Meanwhile, a French international driving permit photo (35×45 mm) and a French hunting permit photo (35×45 mm) require printed copies[7][8].
Note that the French hunting permit photo has no set head height requirement in the official rules[8]. Always check whether your specific application office requires physical prints or online uploads before submitting.
Naturalisation and Seafarer Documents
Other official applications follow standard sizing rules. A French naturalisation application photo (35×45 mm) and a French seafarer's identity document photo (35×45 mm) both require a 35×45 mm size with a head height of 32 to 36 mm[9][10]. Both documents require printed photo submissions[9][10].
You must remove your glasses and headwear unless worn for religious reasons, and even then, your face must remain fully visible[9][10]. Clean, crisp prints are essential for successful processing.
Preparing Your Photos at Home
You can crop and format your pictures at home before printing them out. Take your photo against a light grey or light blue background in good natural lighting. Check that your shoulders are square and your expression is neutral.
You can use the tool above to format your image into a standard 4x6-inch print sheet ready for any local printing kiosk. Printing at a standard kiosk saves you time and money compared to specialized photo booths.
Frequently asked questions
What size do I need for a French passport photo in Martinique?
The official size is 35×45 mm with a head height between 32 and 36 mm[1].
Can I wear glasses in my ID photo?
What is the background color required for French visa photos?
Are digital submissions accepted for all documents?
Do hunting permit photos have a head height rule?
The official rules for a French hunting permit photo do not set a specific head height requirement[8].