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🇷🇴Romania ID Card Photo for $1

Get a compliant 30 × 40 mm (1.2" × 1.6") photo in 2 minutes. Accepted or money back.

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Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB

We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements

Requirements:
30 × 40 mm (1.2" × 1.6")
White background
Glasses allowed
Neutral expression
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What You Get

Digital passport photo

Digital Photo

354×472px JPG

4x6 print sheet with multiple photos

4×6 Print Sheet

6 photos included

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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.

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Romania ID Card Photo Specifications

Official requirements

30 × 40 mm (1.2" × 1.6")
Photo size: 30mm × 40mm
Head height: Head should occupy approximately 70-80% of the frame
Eye line position
Photo size 30 × 40 mm (1.2" × 1.6")
Digital size 354 × 472 px (min) to 600 × 800 px (max)
Background White
Head size Head should occupy approximately 70-80% of the frame
Glasses Allowed
Recency Within 6 months
File format JPEG
Paper type Glossy
Printable Yes
Digital submission Yes
Source: hub.mai.gov.ro

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.

3. Download & Print

Get your photo instantly. Print at a printing location near you for ~$0.35.

Common Reasons Photos Get Rejected

Photo rejected for wearing glasses

Glasses

Photo rejected for wrong head size

Wrong head size

Photo rejected for non-white background

Wrong background

Photo rejected for shadows on face

Shadow on face

Photo rejected for shadow on background

Shadow on background

Wrong dimensions — Photo must be exactly 30x40mm (3x4cm), not the larger 35x45mm passport size

Missing white strip — A 7mm white strip is required at the base of the photo

Non-white background — Background must be plain white without shadows, patterns, or textures

Eyes not visible — Eyebrows must not be covered by hair, and eyes must be clearly open

Glasses reflections — If wearing glasses, eyes must be clearly visible without glare or reflections

Wrong expression — Expression must be neutral with mouth closed; no smiling or frowning

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 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 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 600×800px
Aspect ratio Portrait (3:4)

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is a Romanian ID card photo?

Romanian ID card (Carte de Identitate) photos must be 30x40mm (3x4cm). This is smaller than the standard passport photo size of 35x45mm used in most European countries.

Can I wear glasses in my Romanian ID photo?

Yes, you can wear clear prescription glasses if your eyes are fully visible without reflections or glare. Tinted glasses and sunglasses are not allowed.

What is the 7mm white strip requirement?

Romanian ID photos require a 7mm white strip at the base of the photo. This is especially important if someone else is obtaining the ID card on your behalf through power of attorney.

How does the Romanian ID photo differ from the passport photo?

Romanian ID photos are 30x40mm (3x4cm), while Romanian passport photos are 35x45mm. The ID photo is smaller and requires a 7mm white strip at the base.

What about the new electronic ID card (CEI)?

The new electronic ID card (Carte Electronică de Identitate) uses biometric data captured at the government office. However, you may still need to provide standard photos for the application process.

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Related Documents

Official source: https://hub.mai.gov.ro/serviciu/view?id=158