Belarus
Photo requirements for passports, visas, and ID cards. Includes dimensions, background rules, and biometric requirements for 3 document types.
Helpful pages for document photos in Belarus
Use these pages to move from country-level requirements to a specific document format, troubleshooting help, and print guidance.
Main document requirements
Open the main document requirements page for this country to see dimensions, background rules, and face-position guidance.
Why photos get rejected
Fix the most common background, framing, and expression problems.
Passport Photo Size Guide
Compare this country's dimensions with other common formats.
How to print passport photos
Print at home or at a pharmacy without scaling errors.
About photo requirements
When applying for a travel document in Belarus, you must strictly adhere to the standards set by the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Obtaining a compliant Belarus passport photo is essential for ensuring your application is processed without delays. Whether you are renewing a document or applying for the first time, following these specific technical guidelines is the most important step in your documentation journey.
The mandatory size for a Belarus passport photo is 35mm by 45mm. Your photo must feature a plain white background with uniform lighting and no shadows on your face or the backdrop. You must maintain a neutral facial expression with your mouth closed and eyes looking directly into the camera lens. Glasses are generally discouraged to avoid reflections, and head coverings are strictly prohibited unless worn for religious reasons, provided they do not obscure your features.
See the full 35 × 45 mm §t:cfffd369§ specifications for exact dimensions, face position, and background rules.
For most Belarusian passport applications, you are required to submit physical prints rather than a digital file. However, if you are using an online service to prepare your images, ensure the scan is of high resolution and correctly cropped to the 35mm by 45mm dimensions. You can use idpic.app to ensure your photo meets these exact proportions before printing it at home or a local photo centre.
Common issues
The most frequent reasons for rejection in Belarus include incorrect head positioning, where the face is not perfectly centred, or the presence of distracting shadows on the white background. Applicants often fail because their expression is either too relaxed or overly strained, rather than neutral. Additionally, wearing clothing that blends into the white background or using low-quality printer paper frequently leads to the authorities rejecting the submitted prints.
Learn more about common passport photo rejection reasons and how to fix them, or check our passport photo size guide for a global comparison.
Local tips
You can visit local photo studios found in most major cities, which typically charge a small fee for a set of printed photos. If you choose to take the photo yourself, ensure you stand at least one metre away from a stark white wall to prevent shadows. Always double-check that your ears are visible and your hair is pulled back, as this is a strict requirement for identity verification in Belarus.
For a step-by-step walkthrough, see our DIY passport photo guide or learn how to print passport photos at home.
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