Local Government and Passport Photo Regulations

A municipality is the third level of government in the political system. The first two levels are the national government and the areas. The organization and administration of municipalities are regulated by the Municipalities Act.

There are significant differences between municipalities. A large city, where many people live closely together, faces different issues and implements different policies than a sparsely populated rural municipality that consists of several small villages.

Government officials, municipal councilors, aldermen, and mayors are collectively responsible for ensuring that things run smoothly in the municipality.

Role of Municipalities in Relation to Passport Photos

The role of municipalities in relation to passport photos is important. The government has established the acceptance criteria for passport photos.

Municipalities are responsible for approving the passport photo and issuing travel documents. It is the duty of the civil servant at the municipal hall to enforce these requirements. This means that they check whether the passport photo meets the specified requirements.