Question 1

What size does an Azerbaijani passport photo need to be?

Accepted Answer

Azerbaijani passport photos must be 35×45mm. Azerbaijan follows the ICAO biometric standard. The head height from chin to crown must be approximately 32–36mm within the frame. The photo must show the full face with a neutral expression, mouth closed, and eyes open looking directly at the camera. Requirements are set by the State Migration Service (Dövlət Miqrasiya Xidməti) and the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Question 2

Is a hijab or head covering allowed in an Azerbaijani passport photo?

Accepted Answer

A hijab or other religious head covering may be worn, but the full face must be clearly visible from forehead to chin and ear to ear. No part of the face may be obscured. The white background must remain clearly visible. These rules align with the ICAO biometric requirements applied by the State Migration Service.

Question 3

What background colour is required for an Azerbaijani passport photo?

Accepted Answer

Azerbaijani biometric passport photos require a plain white background. The background must be uniform, with no patterns, shadows, or objects visible. The face must be clearly distinguishable from the background. ID Wizard automatically applies a clean white background to your photo to meet State Migration Service requirements.

Question 4

Are glasses allowed in an Azerbaijani passport photo?

Accepted Answer

No. The State Migration Service follows ICAO biometric guidelines and does not accept photos where glasses are worn. Glasses can cause reflections and obscure the facial features required for biometric processing. Remove your glasses before taking your passport photo.

Question 5

How recent must my Azerbaijani passport photo be?

Accepted Answer

Your photo must have been taken within the last 6 months at the time of submission. Using an older photo may result in your application being rejected. ID Wizard produces your photo immediately, so it will always satisfy the recency requirement.

Question 6

Can I use ASAN Service centres to apply for an Azerbaijani passport?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ASAN Service (Azərbaycan Xidmətləri və Sosial İnnovasiyalar Agentliyi) centres provide a wide range of government services in Azerbaijan, including passport applications and renewals. The same 35×45mm ICAO photo requirements apply for all submissions through ASAN Service centres. ID Wizard produces a high-resolution JPEG suitable for both ASAN Service submission and digital portals.

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