South Africa ID Card Photo Maker

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South Africa Id Card Photo

Size	35 x 45 mm (3.5 x 4.5 cm)
Resolution	300 dpi
Background	White

Now, you can also create your passport photos on your mobile with a single tap.

Install and Create Passport photo

DO's and Don'ts

Neat and Tidy

Do not Smile

Head At Center

Avoid Shadows

Look Straight

No Headgear

Recent Photo

Taken within 6 months.

Background

White

Size and Dimensions

35 x 45 mm (3.5 x 4.5 cm)

Resolution

Minimum 300 dpi required.

Photo Quality

Clear, no creases or marks.

Face Visibility

Entire face must be fully visible.

Face Orientation

Face straight, no tilt.

No Red-Eye

Red-eye effect not allowed.

What is a South Africa ID Card Photo Maker?

This is an online tool that works to create a digital photo by following the requirements for a South African identity document, such as a Smart ID Card.

Can a home printed photo be attached to a South African ID application?

No, a home-printed photo is not acceptable for a South African ID application. Photos must be professionally printed to meet quality standards and ensure clarity and durability.

Can I use any photo for my South Africa ID Card?

No, you cannot use any photo for a South African ID card. You can use only the photo that meets the specific requirements set by the Department of Home Affairs.

What documents are required for ID Book South Africa? confirm

To get an ID Book, applicants must submit a Form BI-9, a certified copy of their birth certificate or reference book, or old Transkei, Bophutatswana, Venda, or Ciskei homeland identity or travel documents, and two identical, color photographs. These documents are not required at smartcard offices but are still necessary for temporary IDs.

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