🇨🇩DR Congo ID Card Photo for $1
Get a compliant 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8") 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
413×531px 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
DR Congo ID Card Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8") |
| Digital size | 413 × 531 px (min) to 1200 × 1200 px (max) |
| Background | White |
| Head size | Head height should be 70-80% of photo height (31-36mm) |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| File format | JPEG |
| Max file size | 5000 KB |
| Paper type | 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
Wrong background — Background must be plain white with no shadows, patterns, or other colors
Incorrect head size — Head height must be 70-80% of the photo frame (31-36mm)
Wearing glasses — Glasses are not allowed unless you have medical documentation
Photo too old — Photo must be taken within the last 6 months showing current appearance
Digital alterations — Filters, retouching, or AI modifications will cause rejection
Not facing camera — Face must be centered and looking directly 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 matte photo paper, not regular printer paper. When printing, select "actual size" or "no scaling" to ensure the photos are exactly 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8").
| Paper size | 4×6 inches |
| Paper type | 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 | 413×531px to 1200×1200px |
| Max file size | 5000 KB |
| Aspect ratio | Portrait (7:9) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size photo do I need for a DR Congo national ID card?
The DR Congo national ID card requires a 35x45mm (3.5x4.5cm) photo. This is the same size used for DR Congo passports and follows the ICAO international standard.
Can I wear glasses in my DR Congo ID photo?
No, glasses are generally not allowed. You may only wear them if you have documented medical necessity, such as recovering from eye surgery.
What documents do I need to apply for a DR Congo national ID card?
You need to present either your voter card (carte d'électeur), a Congolese passport, or a driver's license. If you don't have these documents, you can bring three witnesses to attest to your Congolese nationality.
How long is the DR Congo national ID card valid?
The new biometric national ID card issued by ONIP (Office National d'Identification de la Population) is valid for 10 years.
What background color is required for the DR Congo ID photo?
A plain white background is required. The background must be free of shadows, patterns, or any other colors.
Ready to create your id card photo?
Compliant photo in 2 minutes. Only $1.
or drag and drop your photo here
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Related Documents
Official source: https://www.onip.gouv.cd/