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PHOTO REQUIREMENTS FOR A US PASSPORT



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US PASSPORT PHOTO REQUIREMENTS

Following is a list of passport photo regulations:

Photograph must be 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) in size, and taken within the past 6 months.

The image size from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head should be between 1 inch and 1 3/8 inches.

It must be full face, front view with a plain white or off-white background.

Photograph should be taken in normal street attire, without a hat or head covering that obscures the hair or hairline unless its worn for religious purposes. A signed statement will be required to confirm that it is constantly worn as part of recognized traditional religious attire.

Photograph should be taken without glasses.

Uniforms should not be worn in photograph with the exception of religious attire which is worn daily.

If a hearing device, wig or similar articles are normally and consistently worn, they should be worn when the picture is taken.

Dark glasses or prescription glasses are not acceptable unless required for medical reasons. A medical note signed by your doctor will be required to support the wearing of such glasses in the photograph.

Vending Machine photos are NOT acceptable


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