A passport photo must be in the correct size, composition, and cropping. The head must be between one and a half to two inches wide. The photographer must take the photo face-on and the subject must look directly into the lens. The picture must also be taken on glossy or matte paper. The photo must be clear and the background should be plain. The government has developed tools to help you take the correct photograph.
Colored and Printed
Passport photos must be colored and printed on photo-quality paper. The image should show your current appearance. It should be a recent, clear, and front view. The photo must be of you wearing normal street clothing. You cannot wear wigs, hearing devices, or uniforms in the photo. People with long hair and pierced ears may not wear glasses or headgear in the photo.
One and a Half Inches
For a passport photo to be acceptable, the head needs to be at least one inch and one and a half inches. The face must be unwrapped and have a neutral facial expression. The head and shoulders must be visible. The head and hairline must be visible and the head must be between one and three-eight inches wide. Those with glasses or hearing aids cannot wear glasses or headgear in the photo.
One Inch Tall
When taking the photo, the person must be at least one inch tall and preferably one and a half inches in diameter. The head should be white and the face should be in focus. The background must be a plain white background. The photo must be clear and the person should look directly at the camera. Despite the restrictions on facial piercings, headphones, and sunglasses are not acceptable.
Full Face and a Plain White Background
The head should be a full face and a plain white background. The person should be in their daily street clothes. Those wearing headgear should wear a wig. Eyeglasses are not acceptable. There are many other rules for a passport photo. For example, the head size should be between one and a half inches in width. And the camera must have a flash.
Third Inches in Height
For the photo to be accepted, the head must be between one and a half inches in length. The head size must be between one and a third inches in height. The camera should be placed in a position where the person will look at the camera. The head must also be a full face. The picture should be in a neutral expression. The eyes should be centered.
Sufficient Light
A passport photo must be taken in a place where the light and environment are adequate. It should be natural and in good lighting. The face must be recognizable. Avoid wearing headgear or religious headgear unless you have special permission from the passport office. If the photo is taken with a flash, the camera should be kept in the dark. The headgear must be covered when the photo is taken indoors.
High-Quality
It is important to make sure the photo is of high quality and is of your present appearance. The head should be between one and three inches in width. If you are a child, it is important to take a photo of an adult at a very young age. The child’s head is smaller than the adults’ head, but the head should not be too small. The parents should not cover the ears.
Proper Environment
The photo must be taken in a proper environment with proper lighting. The subject must be wearing a hat or a headband. A photo taken in a public place should be taken with a plain white background. The face should be as neutral as possible. Generally, a photograph that is not in a studio should be at least one inch high. The face should be in a neutral position and show the full face.
