# Burkina Faso Passport Photo Maker, 35x45 mm

Country: Burkina Faso

Document: Passport

Page language: en

Page: [Burkina Faso Passport Photo Maker, 35x45 mm](https://onedollarpassportphoto.com/bf/passport/)

Requirements last verified: 2026-01-26

## Photo specifications

These are document-specific values from the page data. Printed and digital requirements may apply to different application routes; consult the guide and sources below.

| Requirement | Value |
|---|---|
| Photo dimensions | 35 × 45 mm |
| Photo paper | Glossy or matte |
| Digital pixel dimensions | 413 × 531 px (see guide/source for applicability and minimum vs exact sizing) |
| Maximum pixel dimensions | 827 × 1063 px |
| Digital file format | JPEG |
| Maximum digital file size | 240 KB |
| Photo age | Taken within 6 months |

## Appearance and composition

- Background: Plain white or light-colored background
- Head size: 31.5mm to 36mm from chin to crown (70-80% of photo height)
- Expression: Neutral expression, both eyes open, looking straight at camera
- Glasses: Permitted; check the source for restrictions.
- Even lighting; no harsh shadows.
- Filters, beauty modes and retouching are forbidden.
- Color photo.
- Head coverings are permitted for religious reasons; check the source for conditions.
- Uniforms are restricted; check the source for exceptions.
- No earphones or wireless devices.

## Common rejection reasons

- Incorrect background — Background must be plain white or light-colored with no patterns, shadows, or textures

- Wrong photo dimensions — Photo must be exactly 35mm wide by 45mm tall (3.5x4.5 cm)

- Head size incorrect — Head height must measure between 31.5mm and 36mm from chin to crown

- Photo too old — Must be taken within the last 6 months showing your current appearance

- Face not centered — Face must be centered and looking straight at the camera

- Shadows on face — No shadows should appear on your face or the background

## Source for the document requirements

[Source linked by the document page](https://sites.google.com/site/burkinafasoambassy/consular-service/passport)

The complete guide below includes additional sources and application-specific qualifications when available.

## Create a photo with One Dollar Passport Photo

The service sizes, crops and checks a photo for the selected document. Its output settings are service choices, not additional government requirements.

- Digital photo download: $1 USD.
- Print-ready sheet download: $5 USD. Printing is separate.
- Optional human expert review: +$4.99 USD.

[Open the photo tool](https://onedollarpassportphoto.com/bf/passport/)