Every passport and visa authority has photo rules. Small mistakes cause rejection.
Common requirements
- Plain white or light background
- Face centred, looking straight at the camera
- Neutral expression, mouth closed
- Even lighting, no shadows
- No glasses, hats or filters
- Recent photo
Size
Sizes differ by country, for example 35 by 45 mm for many, and 2 by 2 inches for US visas. Check the official guidelines.
Phone tips
Use daylight from a window, have someone else take it at eye level and do not edit beyond cropping.
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