Question 1

What size photo is required for a Timor-Leste driving licence?

Accepted Answer

Timor-Leste driving licence photos must be 35×45mm in colour. The head height from chin to crown should fill approximately 32–36mm of the photo height. The photo must be sharp, in focus, and taken against a plain white background. Requirements align with biometric ID photo standards used by the relevant Timorese transport and registration authorities.

Question 2

What background is required for a Timor-Leste driving licence photo?

Accepted Answer

The background must be plain white. There should be no patterns, objects, shadows, or other people visible in the background. A clean, uniform white background is required for biometric processing of the driving licence card. ID Wizard automatically replaces your background with a compliant plain white background.

Question 3

Are online photos accepted for a Timor-Leste driving licence?

Accepted Answer

Online-produced photos are accepted for Timor-Leste driving licence applications. The BSI PointID standard, which restricts digitally produced photos to German identity documents (Reisepass, Personalausweis, Aufenthaltstitel), does not apply in Timor-Leste. You can use a photo produced by ID Wizard for your driving licence application.

Question 4

Are glasses allowed in a Timor-Leste driving licence photo?

Accepted Answer

No. Glasses are not permitted in Timor-Leste driving licence photos. Biometric ID photo guidelines prohibit glasses because they can cause reflections and obstruct facial features required for licence card processing. Remove all glasses, including sunglasses and tinted lenses, before taking your photo.

Question 5

Does Timor-Leste drive on the left?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Timor-Leste drives on the left side of the road — a practice retained from the Portuguese colonial era and continued after independence in 2002. Driving regulations are administered by the relevant transport and road authority. Visitors should verify requirements before driving in Timor-Leste.

Question 6

How do I apply for a Timor-Leste driving licence?

Accepted Answer

Driving licence applications in Timor-Leste are processed through the relevant national transport authority. You will need to complete the required driving tests, provide a compliant biometric photo, and submit supporting identity documents. The DGRN (Direcção-Geral dos Registos e Notariado) handles national identity registration. Always verify current application procedures with the relevant authority before applying.

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