Senegalese ID Photo

The Face Recorded for Senegal’s Cedeao Identity Card

The national identity card of Senegal uses biometric enrolment, making the photo an integral part of the civil identity record. The Senegalese consulate in Paris explains that applicants attend because fingerprints and a photograph are taken. That distinction matters when planning an overseas request: having a prepared portrait does not complete the appointment or link it to the national file. Check the appointment instructions and supporting identity documents before attending.

The Directorate of File Automation announced the start of renewal operations for expiring CEDEAO biometric cards from 25 September 2026. For a renewal, establish whether your card falls within the current arrangements and which centre can handle the application. The Paris guidance also distinguishes local enrolment from card production in Dakar. Keep the application receipt and follow the issuing office’s collection information rather than assuming that the photograph being taken means the finished card is immediately available. Our embassy and consulate directory helps locate the appropriate overseas office.

Prepare for the portrait with unobstructed facial features and a comfortable, natural facial expression. The photo preparation guide can help with practical details such as clothing against the background and keeping the face clearly visible. A current recognisable likeness is the purpose of the image, including when appearance has changed since an older card was issued. The photo requirements below explains common checks of framing and photo quality. If an office requests extra copies, follow its format instructions, keeping them separate from unrelated consular-card photographs.