The right photo. For the right journey.

For a Beninese child’s first ordinary passport at a Cotonou appointment, the 2026 catalogue requests two 35 × 45 mm prints; the booking portal still lists one, so confirm copies at booking. Follow ICAO standards and the portal’s white-background rule: a recent photo within six months, even lighting, clear front view, visible eyes, closed mouth and neutral expression. Show only the child with head and upper shoulders visible; the face should occupy 70–80% of the image. Use quality photographic paper. Bring the certified parental authorisation and parent or guardian identification, and follow attendance and accompanying-adult instructions. This format does not cover adult applications, renewals, overseas missions or online photo uploads.