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Distance from the camera — France carte nationale d'identité photo tip

Distance from the camera

Position yourself at least 50 cm (20 inches) from the camera. Ideally, have another person take the photo.

Face in front of the camera — France carte nationale d'identité photo tip

Face in front of the camera

Place your face directly in front of the lens. Keep a neutral expression. Hold the camera at face height.

Even lighting — France carte nationale d'identité photo tip

Even lighting

Ensure a well-lit environment to avoid shadows on your face or the picture’s background.

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Your France Carte Nationale d'Identité Photo Guide

Getting your France carte nationale d'identité photo right the first time saves you time, money, and frustration. Whether you're submitting a new application or renewing your carte nationale d'identité, your photo must meet strict government specifications — and a single mistake means rejection.

Our AI-powered tool handles background removal, precise cropping, and compliance verification — all in under 3 seconds. We offer a 100% acceptance guarantee backed by a full refund policy, and we trust our service so much that we stand behind every photo we produce.

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Carte Nationale d'Identité photo specifications

SpecificationRequirement
Print size35 × 45 mm
Digital size413 × 531 pixels
Resolution300 DPI
BackgroundWhite (rgb 255,255,255)
Head height60% – 80% of frame
Eye position56% from bottom
GlassesMust be removed
ExpressionNeutral — no smile
Digital submissionAccepted for online applications
Print requiredDigital-only accepted

How Carte Nationale d'Identité photo differs from France passport photo

The carte nationale d'identité photo requirements are identical to the France passport photo requirements — no differences.

France carte nationale d'identité photo rules

France carte nationale d'identité photos must be exactly 35×45mm when printed, or 413×531 pixels for digital submission at 300 DPI. The background must be plain white.

Your face must occupy between 60% and 80% of the total frame height, measured from chin to crown of head.

Glasses must be removed for your France carte nationale d'identité photo. This applies to all glasses including prescription eyeglasses.

Your expression must be neutral — mouth closed, no smile. This is strictly enforced.

Tips

  • Same photo as French passport — 35×45mm
  • White background required
  • No glasses (since 2020 French regulation update)
  • Neutral expression, mouth closed
  • Digital e-photo via approved booth or ANTS accepted

What a compliant France carte nationale d'identité photo looks like

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Incorrect France carte nationale d'identité photo example — wrong background and positioning
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Correct France carte nationale d'identité photo example — white background, centered, neutral expression

Important notes

French Carte Nationale d'Identité (CNI) uses same photo standard as French passport — 35×45mm, white background. France has a unified photo standard for all identity documents (passport, CNI, titre de séjour). Digital photo via ANTS or photo booth with ephoto code accepted. Face height 32-36mm per French norme ISO/IEC 19794-5.

Processing & fees

Processing time

2-3 weeks (mairie), up to 2 months (peak)

Official fee

Free (first issue and renewal if previous card returned)

Validity

15 years (adults), 10 years (minors)

France carte nationale d'identité photo FAQ

A France carte nationale d'identité photo is 35×45mm when printed, or 413×531 pixels for digital submission at 300 DPI.

France carte nationale d'identité photos require a white background (rgb 255,255,255).

No, glasses must be removed for France carte nationale d'identité photos. This includes prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses.

No, France carte nationale d'identité photos require a neutral expression — mouth closed, no smile.

The official government fee for a France carte nationale d'identité is Free (first issue and renewal if previous card returned). passportsize-photo.online charges $4.99 for your compliant photo — separate from the government fee.

A France carte nationale d'identité is valid for 15 years (adults), 10 years (minors).

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