U.S. & INTERNATIONAL PASSPORT/VISA PHOTOS

​RULES FOR TAKING PHOTOS

• No hats, caps, or head coverings. If you wear a hat or head covering for religious purposes, submit a signed statement that verifies that the hat or head covering in your photo is part of traditional religious attire worn continuously in public.

• No large earrings. You can wear jewelry and keep on your facial piercings as long as they do not hide your face.

• Have a neutral facial expression or a natural smile, with both eyes open. 

• No glasses. 

• No uniforms/clothing that looks like a uniform, or camouflage attire. 

• No headphones or wireless hands-free devices.

• Permanent tattoos are acceptable for passport purposes as well. 

• Face the camera directly with full face in view. ​​​

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