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Photo requirements

  • Photo size must be 35 x 45 mm.
  • Use a light_grey background.
  • Head height should fill 70-80% of the photo.
  • Eye line should be about 55% up from the bottom edge.
  • Minimum resolution: 413 x 531 px at 300 DPI.
  • Background must be plain, with no patterns or textures.
  • Background must contrast well with face, hair and clothing
  • Face height 32-36mm from chin to top of head (70-80% of image)
  • Face width 16-20mm from ear to ear
  • Sharp, high contrast, not blurred; optimal resolution 600 dpi
  • Keep a neutral facial expression.
  • Keep your mouth closed.
  • As of May 2025: only digital biometric photos accepted (transmitted electronically)
  • Do not wear glasses.