🇦🇫Afghanistan ID Card Photo for $1
Get a compliant 30 × 40 mm (1.2" × 1.6") photo in 2 minutes. Accepted or money back.
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements
We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
What You Get
Digital Photo
354×472px JPG
4×6 Print Sheet
6 photos included
We never see your photo
Unlike other services, our AI processes everything and never store your data. We don't know who you are and we also don't care who you are. We have only one mission is to help you easily create your id photo.
Privacy first
Afghanistan ID Card Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 30 × 40 mm (1.2" × 1.6") |
| Digital size | 354 × 472 px (min) to 709 × 945 px (max) |
| Background | White |
| Head size | 30-31.5mm from chin to top of head (approximately 75-80% of photo height) |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| File format | JPEG |
| Max file size | 240 KB |
| Paper type | Glossy or Matte |
| Printable | Yes |
| Digital submission | Yes |
How It Works
Get your perfect id card photo in under 3 minutes
1. Take or upload a photo
Use any selfie or photo. No special setup needed — our AI handles the rest.
2. AI processes your photo
Background removal, perfect cropping, and compliance check — all automatic in seconds.
Common Reasons Photos Get Rejected
Glasses
Wrong head size
Wrong background
Shadow on face
Shadow on background
Wearing glasses — Glasses are not permitted unless you have a medical condition requiring them, with a doctor's statement
Face partially obscured — Your entire face must be visible from forehead to chin, including eyebrows
Wrong background color — Background must be plain white with no shadows or patterns
Incorrect photo size — Photo must be exactly 30x40mm (3x4cm) as required for e-Tazkira
Head size incorrect — Head must measure 30-31.5mm from chin to top of head
Poor image quality — Photo must be clear, in focus, and printed on quality photo paper
Unnatural expression — Must have neutral expression with both eyes open looking at camera
Printing Your Photo
For mail-in applications, print your photo on 4×6 photo paper at any drugstore. Our download includes a print-ready template with multiple photos — you only need 2 for most applications.
Use glossy or matte photo paper, not regular printer paper. When printing, select "actual size" or "no scaling" to ensure the photos are exactly 30 × 40 mm (1.2" × 1.6").
| Paper size | 4×6 inches |
| Paper type | Glossy or matte photo paper |
| Print quality | 300 DPI minimum |
Digital Submission Requirements
For online applications, you'll upload a digital photo directly. Our tool exports photos that meet all digital requirements automatically.
| File format | JPEG |
| Dimensions | 354×472px to 709×945px |
| Max file size | 240 KB |
| Aspect ratio | Portrait (3:4) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size photo do I need for an Afghanistan e-Tazkira?
The Afghanistan e-Tazkira (national ID card) requires a 30x40mm (3x4cm) photo with a white background. This equals approximately 1.18x1.57 inches.
Can I wear glasses in my e-Tazkira photo?
No. Glasses are not permitted in e-Tazkira photos unless you have a medical condition requiring them. In that case, you'll need an official statement from your doctor.
Can I wear a hijab or headscarf in my e-Tazkira photo?
Yes. Religious head coverings such as hijab are allowed, but your entire face must remain fully visible from forehead to chin, including your eyebrows.
How is the Afghanistan ID photo different from a US passport photo?
The Afghanistan e-Tazkira photo is 30x40mm (3x4cm), while the US passport photo is 51x51mm (2x2 inches). The Afghan photo is taller and narrower in proportion.
How many photos do I need for an absentee Tazkira application?
For absentee Tazkira applications through Afghan embassies, you typically need five recent photographs with a white background in size 40x45mm.
What is the e-Tazkira used for in Afghanistan?
The e-Tazkira is Afghanistan's official national identity document required for employment, school registration, business operations, opening bank accounts, obtaining passports, and many other essential services.
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Compliant photo in 2 minutes. Only $1.
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Related Documents
Official source: https://doha.mfa.gov.af/index.php/absentee-tazkira/