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In brief
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Duration: Photo session — 5 to 10 minutes; 6 months validity
Cost: About 5 to 8 € at a licensed/born photographer
On-site only

Who this guide is for

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  • If you are applying for a passport, a CNI, a permit or a title via ANEF/ANTS
  • You if you want to understand the photo and the difference with a classic photo
  • You if the photo in town hall is of poor quality and look for an alternative source

To be prepared in advance

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  • A piece of identification (for identification with the photographer)
  • A smartphone to scan the QR code and connect the photo to the demand
  • The application number ANTS/ANEF (if already existing)

Step-by-step procedure

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  1. 1Find an approved photographer or photo terminal: list on ANCs (ants.gouv.fr, section "Accredited photographers"). Not just any photographer — you need certification.
  2. 2Make the photo according to official standards (size, clear background, neutral expression, without tinted glasses, head covering only religious/medical).
  3. 3Receive a QR code or e-photo number: the photographer delivers a paper or digital code, linked to the photo in the ANTS system. Validity 6 months.
  4. 4In the request on ANTS/ANEF, enter the e-photo code (or scan the QR) at the photo step. The system automatically retrieves the digital photo — no need to attach a paper photo.
  5. 5Cost: about 5 to 8 € at a licensed photographer or terminal. The equipped town halls do the photo for free, but the quality varies.
  6. 6Check the result: the photo must display correctly in the system. A code error is a frequent cause of delay.
  7. 7If the photo is refused (standard not respected), redo it at the same photographer for free or at another.

Common mistakes

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  • Photographing at an unlicensed photographer—ANTS will refuse.
  • Losing the QR code — you'll have to redo the photo.
  • Exceeding 6 months — code is cancelled.
  • Believing that the photo is worth it everywhere. It only works for ANTS titles.
  • Do not check that the photo is well related to the request — delay.

Official sources

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Useful links

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Passport (renewal)Driver's licence (exchange)

Important remark

The conditions of the photo (list of photographers, cost) are changing. This information is indicative — for your approach, check on ANTS.

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