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South Africa: ID card / ID book photo size

Verified
Size
35 × 45 mm
Background
light grey or plain cream
Glasses
Glasses are allowed if the lenses have no glare
Copies
2
Head height
29 to 34 mm, 64.4 to 75.6% of the photo height

Last checked 2026-10-11 · Source: dirco.gov.za

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