{ "name": "Passport, visa and ID photo requirements by country", "description": "Photo rules for passports, visas and ID documents: printed size, digital file, head height, background, expression, glasses, children, photo age, whether a home photo is accepted, with the official source and verification date of every record.", "url": "https://ovalight.com/en/photo-requirements/", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "license_name": "CC BY 4.0", "attribution": "Source: Ovalight (ovalight.com)", "publisher": { "name": "Ovalight", "company": "QMETER L.L.C-FZ", "url": "https://ovalight.com" }, "date_modified": "2026-10-08", "record_count": 156, "country_count": 52, "notes": "Summaries of what each authority publishes; the official source prevails. Confidence: high = every rule confirmed on an official source; medium = some details ambiguous or unconfirmed; low = no official page could be read (secondary sources). Ranges use null for an unpublished bound. 1 MB = 1000 KB unless the source gives an exact byte limit.", "records": [ { "id": "au-citizenship", "country_code": "AU", "country": "Australia", "document_type": "citizenship", "document": "Australian citizenship by conferral (Form 1300t)", "title": "Australia Citizenship Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/australia/citizenship-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": { "min": 32, "max": 36 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": 71.1, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "neutral", "light grey" ], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": "remove unless medical reasons; if worn untinted (except medical), frames not obscuring eyes, no reflection", "head_covering": "religious reasons only, whole face visible, plain material without patterns", "children": "each child under 16 included needs one passport-sized photo with child's full name on back", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/form-listing/forms/1300t.pdf", "title": "Form 1300t Application for Australian citizenship (design date 03/26), via Wayback 2026-05-27", "publisher": "Department of Home Affairs" } ] }, { "id": "au-passport", "country_code": "AU", "country": "Australia", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Australian Passport", "title": "Australia Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/australia/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": { "min": 32, "max": 36 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": 71.1, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white", "light grey" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "anyone over 3 years: face camera straight on, eyes open, neutral expression (smiling shown as unacceptable)", "glasses": "not allowed unless they cannot be removed for medical reasons (vision impairment alone not accepted); then frames must not obscure eyes and no lens reflection", "head_covering": "religious head coverings only, plain without any pattern, entire face visible from bottom of chin to top of forehead and both face edges", "children": "children under 3 may have mouth open; no one else visible (no parent's hands); babies otherwise same rules", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "lab_print_only", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.passports.gov.au/help/passport-photos", "title": "Passport photos (Help centre)", "publisher": "passports.gov.au (DFAT, Australian Passport Office)" }, { "url": "https://www.passports.gov.au/adult-passport", "title": "Adult passport", "publisher": "passports.gov.au" }, { "url": "https://www.passports.gov.au/help/guarantors-referees-and-witnesses", "title": "Guarantors, referees and witnesses", "publisher": "passports.gov.au" }, { "url": "https://www.passports.gov.au/help/applying-outside-australia", "title": "Applying outside Australia", "publisher": "passports.gov.au" }, { "url": "https://www.passports.gov.au/news/understanding-passport-photo-guidelines", "title": "Understanding passport photo guidelines (news, 16 Feb 2026)", "publisher": "passports.gov.au" } ] }, { "id": "au-visa", "country_code": "AU", "country": "Australia", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Australian visa (Department of Home Affairs)", "title": "Australia Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/australia/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": 1200, "height_px": 1600, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "3:4", "min_kb": 70, "max_kb": 3500, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 32, "max": 36 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": 71.1, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "neutral", "light grey" ], "hex": null }, "expression": "Neutral expression (not smiling, laughing or frowning), eyes open, mouth closed. Look straight at the camera with your face centred and your hair off your face so its edges are visible.", "glasses": "Remove glasses. If you cannot remove them for a medical reason, the lenses must be untinted (unless tint is medically needed), free of reflections, and the frames must not cover your eyes. Needing glasses to see is not on its own a medical reason.", "head_covering": "Religious head coverings are allowed if your whole face is visible, from the bottom of the chin to the top of the forehead and both edges of the face, including the outer corners of the eyes. The covering must be plain, without patterns.", "children": "Every applicant needs a photo, including children. Babies under 3 may have their mouth open; all other rules apply. No other person or object, such as a parent or a toy, may be visible.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-07", "sources": [ { "url": "https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/applying-online-or-on-paper/online/attach-documents-to-your-application", "title": "Attach documents to your application - 'Attach a photo' and 'Document size and format' (last updated 30/09/2026)", "publisher": "Department of Home Affairs" }, { "url": "https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/citizenship/photo-requirements-for-citizenship-applications", "title": "Photo requirements for citizenship applications (linked from the visa 'Attach a photo' section; last updated 07/10/2026)", "publisher": "Department of Home Affairs" }, { "url": "https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/citizenship-subsite/files/citizenship-photo-guidelines.pdf", "title": "Citizenship photo guidelines (PDF, Jan 2025)", "publisher": "Department of Home Affairs" }, { "url": "https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/biometrics", "title": "Biometrics (ABCC / Australian Immi App)", "publisher": "Department of Home Affairs" }, { "url": "https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/form-listing/forms/1419.pdf", "title": "Form 1419 Application for a Visitor visa - Tourist stream (design date 09/21, via Wayback 2021-10-28; no longer served live)", "publisher": "Department of Home Affairs" } ] }, { "id": "az-id-card", "country_code": "AZ", "country": "Azerbaijan", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "Şəxsiyyət vəsiqəsi (Azerbaijani ID card)", "title": "Azerbaijan ID Card Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/azerbaijan/id-card-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": "Under 15: no fingerprints; photo placed on card, no signature.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "not_applicable", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://asan.gov.az/service/asan-xidmetler/sexsiyyet-vesiqelerinin-verilmesi-ve-deyisdirilmesi", "title": "Şəxsiyyət vəsiqələrinin verilməsi və dəyişdirilməsi — ASAN xidmət", "publisher": "asan.gov.az" } ] }, { "id": "az-passport", "country_code": "AZ", "country": "Azerbaijan", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Ümumvətəndaş pasportu (Azerbaijani ordinary/biometric passport)", "title": "Azerbaijan Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/azerbaijan/passport-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": "Fingerprints not taken under 15.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "not_applicable", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://asan.gov.az/service/asan-xidmetler/uemumvetendas-pasportlarinin-verilmesi-ve-deyisdirilmesi", "title": "Ümumvətəndaş pasportlarının verilməsi və dəyişdirilməsi — ASAN xidmət", "publisher": "asan.gov.az" }, { "url": "https://www.mfa.gov.az/az/category/azerbaycan-respublikasinin-xarici-olkelerdeki-diplomatik-numayendelikleri-ve-konsulluqlari-terefinden-gosterilen-xidmetler/umumvetendas-pasportu", "title": "Ümumvətəndaş pasportu (xarici ölkələrdəki nümayəndəliklər)", "publisher": "mfa.gov.az" } ] }, { "id": "az-visa", "country_code": "AZ", "country": "Azerbaijan", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Azerbaijan visa (consular)", "title": "Azerbaijan Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/azerbaijan/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 30, "height_mm": 40, "width_in": 1.18, "height_in": 1.57, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.mfa.gov.az/az/category/viza/vizanin-verilmesi-ucun-teleb-olunan-senedler", "title": "Vizanın verilməsi üçün tələb olunan sənədlər", "publisher": "mfa.gov.az" } ] }, { "id": "bh-id-card", "country_code": "BH", "country": "Bahrain", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "Bahrain identity card (CPR smartcard, iGA) – citizens & residents", "title": "Bahrain ID Card Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/bahrain/id-card-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 40, "height_mm": 60, "width_in": 1.57, "height_in": 2.36, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": 933, "height_px": 1244, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "3:4", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 2048, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 30, "max": 34 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": 70, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": { "min": 3, "max": 4 }, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Neutral, steady expression; facing forward looking directly at the camera with both edges of the face visible; eyes open and clearly visible.", "glasses": "Eyes must be clearly recognisable; no reflections from glasses; frames must not cover any part of the eyes, avoid thick frames; tinted glasses or coloured contact lenses that hide the eye colour are not accepted.", "head_covering": "Veil (hijab) and ghutra allowed, but the full face must be visible and the head covering must not cast shadows on the face.", "children": "Child alone in the photo with no visible hands (of a holder), eyes open, looking directly at the camera, plain white background.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.iga.gov.bh/Media/Others/ID%20card%20photo/ID%20Card%20Photo%20Requierments%20English.pdf", "title": "ID Card Photo Requirements (English PDF)", "publisher": "Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA), Bahrain" }, { "url": "https://www.iga.gov.bh/article/iga-centres-services", "title": "iGA centres services – identity card photo conditions (Arabic page)", "publisher": "iGA Bahrain" } ] }, { "id": "bh-passport", "country_code": "BH", "country": "Bahrain", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Bahraini passport (NPRA – issuance & renewal)", "title": "Bahrain Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/bahrain/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 40, "height_mm": 60, "width_in": 1.57, "height_in": 2.36, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": null, "min_kb": null, "max_kb": null, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Not specified on the NPRA page.", "glasses": "Not specified on the NPRA page.", "head_covering": "Not specified on the NPRA page.", "children": "For minors the father applies (Ekey) and must be present to collect the passport.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.npra.gov.bh/en/services/passports/issuance-of-passport/", "title": "Passport Issuance – required documents", "publisher": "Nationality, Passports & Residence Affairs (NPRA)" } ] }, { "id": "bd-passport-child-under6", "country_code": "BD", "country": "Bangladesh", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Bangladesh e-Passport - printed photo for applicants under 6 years (3R lab print)", "title": "Bangladesh Child Passport (under 6) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/bangladesh/child-passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 88.9, "height_mm": 127, "width_in": 3.5, "height_in": 5, "defined_in": "in" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "grey" ], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": "For applicants under 6 (incl. newborns), who are exempt from biometrics; child must still attend enrolment. BHC London: child should wear a colourful dress, both ears visible.", "max_photo_age_months": 3, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.epassport.gov.bd/api/v1/landing/instruction/instructions", "title": "e-Passport instructions item 22 (API content, Wayback snapshot 2026-05-17; lastModified 2025-05-05)", "publisher": "Department of Immigration & Passports, Bangladesh" }, { "url": "https://bhclondon.org.uk/e-passport-application", "title": "E-Passport Application (Category: under 6)", "publisher": "Bangladesh High Commission, London" } ] }, { "id": "bd-id-card", "country_code": "BD", "country": "Bangladesh", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "Bangladesh National ID (NID) / voter registration (Election Commission)", "title": "Bangladesh National ID (NID) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/bangladesh/nid-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.nidw.gov.bd/enroll_obtaining.php", "title": "Enrollment & Obtaining NID (Wayback snapshot 2026-09-25)", "publisher": "Bangladesh Election Commission - NID Wing" } ] }, { "id": "bd-passport", "country_code": "BD", "country": "Bangladesh", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Bangladesh e-Passport (Department of Immigration & Passports) - applicants aged 6 and over", "title": "Bangladesh Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/bangladesh/passport-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": "Under-6 applicants are exempt from biometrics and must bring a printed photo - see the Bangladesh child passport (under 6) page.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.epassport.gov.bd/api/v1/landing/instruction/instructions", "title": "e-Passport instructions (API content, Wayback snapshot 2026-05-17; lastModified 2025-05-05)", "publisher": "Department of Immigration & Passports, Bangladesh" }, { "url": "https://www.epassport.gov.bd/api/v1/landing/faq-articles?page=0&size=&sort=dragOrder,desc", "title": "e-Passport FAQ: 'Do I have to bring photos...?' (Wayback snapshot 2026-03-25)", "publisher": "Department of Immigration & Passports, Bangladesh" }, { "url": "https://bhclondon.org.uk/e-passport-application", "title": "E-Passport Application", "publisher": "Bangladesh High Commission, London" } ] }, { "id": "bd-visa", "country_code": "BD", "country": "Bangladesh", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Bangladesh visa - online application form (visa.gov.bd)", "title": "Bangladesh Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/bangladesh/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": null, "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 300, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://visa.gov.bd/", "title": "Electronic Visa Application Forms - Instructions", "publisher": "Department of Immigration & Passports / Ministry of Home Affairs, Bangladesh" } ] }, { "id": "br-foto-3x4", "country_code": "BR", "country": "Brazil", "document_type": "other", "document": "Foto 3x4 (generic Brazilian document photo; CIN photo proportion)", "title": "Brazil 3x4 Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/brazil/foto-3x4/", "print": { "width_mm": 30, "height_mm": 40, "width_in": 1.18, "height_in": 1.57, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.planalto.gov.br/ccivil_03/_ato2019-2022/2022/decreto/D10977.htm", "title": "Decreto nº 10.977/2022 (Carteira de Identidade Nacional)", "publisher": "planalto.gov.br" } ] }, { "id": "br-passport", "country_code": "BR", "country": "Brazil", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Passaporte comum (Polícia Federal)", "title": "Brazil Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/brazil/passport-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": "In-person attendance mandatory for every applicant including minors.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "not_applicable", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.gov.br/pt-br/servicos/obter-passaporte-comum-para-brasileiro", "title": "Obter passaporte comum para brasileiro", "publisher": "gov.br" } ] }, { "id": "ca-citizenship", "country_code": "CA", "country": "Canada", "document_type": "citizenship", "document": "Canadian Citizenship (grant / proof of citizenship certificate)", "title": "Canada Citizenship Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/canada/citizenship-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 50, "height_mm": 70, "width_in": 1.97, "height_in": 2.76, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": 420, "height_px": 540, "min_px": 420, "max_px": null, "aspect": null, "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 4000, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 31, "max": 36 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": 44.3, "max": 51.4 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, 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null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.elwatannews.com/news/details/6295527", "title": "للشباب.. إجراءات تغيير الصورة الشخصية في الرقم القومي", "publisher": "El Watan News" }, { "url": "https://www.elwatannews.com/news/details/4553624", "title": "في ساعتين.. استخراج بطاقة رقم قومي من السجل المدني", "publisher": "El Watan News" }, { "url": "https://cairo.gov.eg/ar/Pages/Latestarticle.aspx?ArtID=12231", "title": "Cairo Governorate news item on national ID service", "publisher": "Cairo Governorate" } ] }, { "id": "eg-passport", "country_code": "EG", "country": "Egypt", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Egyptian passport (issue / renewal)", "title": "Egypt Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/egypt/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 40, "height_mm": 60, 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Head coverings (turban, hijab etc.) allowed for religious or medical reasons if the face outline is visible; medical wigs/hats/eye patches/sunglasses allowed if worn daily.", "children": "Infants or people who cannot stand/sit may be photographed lying face-up on a plain light-coloured sheet, from the front; a helper holding the child must not appear in the photo.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.kojinbango-card.go.jp/apprec/apply/facephoto/", "title": "顔写真のチェックポイント", "publisher": "J-LIS (Japan Agency for Local Authority Information Systems), マイナンバーカード総合サイト" } ] }, { "id": "jp-passport", "country_code": "JP", "country": "Japan", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Japanese Passport (旅券)", "title": "Japan Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/japan/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "35:45 (7:9)", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 600, "formats": [ "jpeg", "bmp", "png" ] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 32, "max": 36 }, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": { "min": 2, "max": 6 }, "background": { "allowed": [ "white", "light blue", "light grey" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Applicant alone, facing front, not tilted; expression must not differ markedly from actual appearance (e.g. raised mouth corners/smile rejected); eyes open.", "glasses": "Removing glasses is recommended. If worn: no tinted lenses, no reflections or shadows, frames must not cover the eyes; sunglasses/non-prescription tinted glasses not acceptable unless medically required. No coloured contacts or circle lenses; no red-eye.", "head_covering": "No hat. Head covering by cloth only for religious or medical reasons, on request, and only if the face outline is visible. No hats/hairbands hiding the head; no clothing (turtleneck, hood) covering the chin; no wigs that change appearance.", "children": "Infants who cannot sit may be photographed lying on a white sheet from directly above. No part of a helper may appear; eyes must be open; beware of motion blur.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/toko/passport/ic_photo.html", "title": "パスポート申請用写真の規格（令和7年3月3日更新） (archived copy: http://web.archive.org/web/20260924171837/https://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/toko/passport/ic_photo.html)", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan" }, { "url": "https://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/files/100171389.pdf", "title": "旅券（パスポート）用写真についてのお知らせ (PDF, 令和7年3月)", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Consular Affairs Bureau Passport Division" }, { "url": "https://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/toko/passport/page24_002222.html", "title": "オンライン申請における顔写真および自署画像の注意点 (令和8年8月28日; archived copy via web.archive.org 2026-09-09)", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan" } ] }, { "id": "jp-residence-card", "country_code": "JP", "country": "Japan", "document_type": "residence_permit", "document": "Japan Residence Card (在留カード) - photos for immigration applications (status change, extension, COE, permanent residence, card renewal)", "title": "Japan Residence Card Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/japan/residence-card-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 30, "height_mm": 40, "width_in": 1.18, "height_in": 1.57, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "3:4 (width:height)", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": null, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 22, "max": 28 }, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": { "min": 2, "max": 8 }, "background": { "allowed": [ "plain" ], "hex": null }, "expression": "Front-facing, no hat; expression must not differ markedly from usual.", "glasses": "Frames must not overlap the eyes; no very thick frames; no lighting reflection on glasses.", "head_covering": "No hat. Cloth covering is acceptable if the face is clearly shown; when covering for religious or medical reasons, a statement (陳述書, free format) must be submitted.", "children": "From 14 June 2026 (revised Immigration Act) residence cards show a photo for ages 1-16 as well; photos are now required for applicants aged 1+ (previously only 16+).", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/applications/status/photo_info_00002.html", "title": "提出写真の規格", "publisher": "Immigration Services Agency of Japan (出入国在留管理庁)" }, { "url": "https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/applications/online/online-QA.html", "title": "在留申請のオンライン手続 Q&A (Q4-7 顔写真の規格)", "publisher": "Immigration Services Agency of Japan" }, { "url": "https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/11_00094.html", "title": "【重要】オンライン申請における１歳以上１６歳未満の方の顔写真の提出について（令和８年５月１９日時点）", "publisher": "Immigration Services Agency of Japan" } ] }, { "id": "jp-visa", "country_code": "JP", "country": "Japan", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Japan Visa (paper application at Embassy / Consulate General / accredited agency)", "title": "Japan Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/japan/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 45, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.77, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": "Not specified on the form.", "glasses": "Not specified on the form.", "head_covering": "Not specified on the form.", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/pdfs/application1.pdf", "title": "Visa Application Form to Enter Japan (photo box: 45mm x 45mm or 2in x 2in)", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan" }, { "url": "https://www.id.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_id/visa.html", "title": "Embassy of Japan in Indonesia - visa page (ukuran foto 3,5 cm x 4,5 cm)", "publisher": "Embassy of Japan in Indonesia" }, { "url": "https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/faq.html", "title": "Visa FAQ", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan" } ] }, { "id": "jo-evisa", "country_code": "JO", "country": "Jordan", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Jordan e-Visa (Ministry of Interior e-services)", "title": "Jordan e-Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/jordan/e-visa-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "low", "verified_on": "2026-10-07", "sources": [ { "url": "https://eservices.moi.gov.jo/MOI_EVISA/", "title": "MOI E-Services Site – Electronic Visa service card", "publisher": "Ministry of Interior, Jordan" }, { "url": "https://moi.gov.jo/EBV4.0/Root_Storage/AR/EB_Info_Page/user_manual_EN.pdf", "title": "User Manual for MOI E-services Site (EN, PDF, 2023)", "publisher": "Ministry of Interior, Jordan" }, { "url": "https://www.moi.gov.jo/En/Pages/E_Applications_for_Visa_and_Residence_Permits", "title": "E-Applications for Visa and Residence Permits", "publisher": "Ministry of Interior, Jordan" }, { "url": "https://jordan.gov.jo/EN/Pages/Travel_Visas", "title": "Travel Visas – Jordan Gate", "publisher": "Jordan Gate (Government of Jordan portal)" }, { "url": "https://mfa.gov.jo/documents/180222Jordan%20Pass.pdf", "title": "Jordan Pass (embassy visa requirements, 2022)", "publisher": "Embassy of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Washington DC (mfa.gov.jo)" } ] }, { "id": "jo-id-card", "country_code": "JO", "country": "Jordan", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "Jordanian smart ID card (CSPD)", "title": "Jordan ID Card Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/jordan/id-card-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-07", "sources": [ { "url": "https://web.archive.org/web/20260219085653/https://www.cspd.gov.jo/AR/ListDetails/_%D8%AF%D9%84%D9%8A%D9%84__%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AE%D8%AF%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%AA/41/34", "title": "إصدار بطاقة الأحوال المدنية الذكية لأول مرة – دليل الخدمات (Wayback snapshot 2026-02-19)", "publisher": "Civil Status and Passports Department (CSPD), Jordan" }, { "url": "https://web.archive.org/web/20260613122233/https://www.cspd.gov.jo/AR/ListDetails/_%D8%AF%D9%84%D9%8A%D9%84__%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AE%D8%AF%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%AA/41/36", "title": "تجديد بطاقة الأحوال المدنية الذكية – دليل الخدمات (Wayback snapshot 2026-06-13)", "publisher": "Civil Status and Passports Department (CSPD), Jordan" }, { "url": "https://web.archive.org/web/20250418023550/http://cspd.gov.jo/EN/ListDetails/Services__Guide/45/20", "title": "Issuing a Smart ID Card (for the first time) – Services Guide (Wayback snapshot 2025-04-18)", "publisher": "Civil Status and Passports Department (CSPD), Jordan" } ] }, { "id": "jo-passport", "country_code": "JO", "country": "Jordan", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Jordanian ordinary passport (CSPD)", "title": "Jordan Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/jordan/passport-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "low", "verified_on": "2026-10-07", "sources": [ { "url": "https://web.archive.org/web/20260615181209/https://www.cspd.gov.jo/AR/ListDetails/_%D8%AF%D9%84%D9%8A%D9%84__%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AE%D8%AF%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%AA/41/29", "title": "تجديد جواز السفر العادي – دليل الخدمات (Wayback snapshot 2026-06-15)", "publisher": "Civil Status and Passports Department (CSPD), Jordan" }, { "url": "https://www.mfa.gov.jo/documents/240726Renewal%20Passport%20Application%202026.pdf", "title": "Renewal Passport Application 2026 (forms + service card, 2026-07-24)", "publisher": "Embassy of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Washington DC (mfa.gov.jo)" }, { "url": "https://www.mfa.gov.jo/documents/240726New%20Jordanian%20Passport%202026.pdf", "title": "New Jordanian Passport 2026 (forms + service card)", "publisher": "Embassy of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Washington DC (mfa.gov.jo)" }, { "url": "https://mfa.gov.jo/documents/300726%D8%AA%D8%AC%D8%AF%D9%8A%D8%AF%20%D9%87%D9%88%D9%8A%D8%A9%20%D9%82%D8%AF%D9%8A%D9%85%D8%A9.pdf", "title": "دليل تجديد جواز السفر الأردني الدائم (حملة الهويات القديمة) – Berlin, 2026-06-30", "publisher": "Embassy of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Berlin (mfa.gov.jo)" }, { "url": "https://mfa.gov.jo/documents/300726%D8%AA%D8%AC%D8%AF%D9%8A%D8%AF%20%D9%87%D9%88%D9%8A%D8%A9%20%D8%AC%D8%AF%D9%8A%D8%AF%D8%A9.pdf", "title": "دليل تجديد جواز السفر الأردني الدائم (حملة الهويات الذكية) – Berlin, 2026-06-30", "publisher": "Embassy of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Berlin (mfa.gov.jo)" }, { "url": "https://mfa.gov.jo/documents/230726%D8%AE%D8%AF%D9%85%D8%A9%20%D8%A7%D8%B5%D8%AF%D8%A7%D8%B1%20%D8%AC%D9%88%D8%A7%D8%B2%20%D8%B3%D9%81%D8%B1%20%D8%AF%D8%A7%D8%A6%D9%85%20%D8%A8%D8%AF%D9%84%20%D9%81%D8%A7%D9%82%D8%AF.pdf", "title": "خدمة اصدار جواز سفر دائم بدل فاقد (service card, 2026-07-23)", "publisher": "Jordanian embassy service card hosted on mfa.gov.jo (mission in Saudi Arabia)" } ] }, { "id": "kz-visa", "country_code": "KZ", "country": "Kazakhstan", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Kazakhstan visa (consular)", "title": "Kazakhstan Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/kazakhstan/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": "clear full-face image", "glasses": "no darkened-lens glasses", "head_covering": "no headdress except for persons for whom it is an obligatory national/religious attribute and who wear it in their passport photo", "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.vmp.gov.kz/", "title": "Visa information (Visa and Migration Portal content)", "publisher": "vmp.gov.kz" } ] }, { "id": "ke-eta", "country_code": "KE", "country": "Kenya", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)", "title": "Kenya eTA Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/kenya/eta-photo/", "print": null, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "35:45", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": null, "formats": [ "png", "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white", "plain" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.etakenya.go.ke/how-to-apply", "title": "Kenya eTA – How to apply / required documents", "publisher": "Directorate of Immigration Services, Kenya" }, { "url": "https://etakenya.go.ke/faqs", "title": "Kenya eTA – FAQs", "publisher": "Directorate of Immigration Services, Kenya" }, { "url": "https://immigration.ecitizen.go.ke/index.php?id=9", "title": "Legacy eCitizen visa photo guidelines (pre-eTA)", "publisher": "Department of Immigration, Kenya (eCitizen)" } ] }, { "id": "ke-passport", "country_code": "KE", "country": "Kenya", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Kenyan ePassport (Directorate of Immigration Services)", "title": "Kenya Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/kenya/passport-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://immigration.go.ke/passport-section/", "title": "Passports – Directorate of Immigration Services", "publisher": "Directorate of Immigration Services, Kenya" }, { "url": "https://immigration.go.ke/application-requirements/", "title": "Application Requirements", "publisher": "Directorate of Immigration Services, Kenya" } ] }, { "id": "kw-civil-id", "country_code": "KW", "country": "Kuwait", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "Kuwait Civil ID card (PACI)", "title": "Kuwait Civil ID Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/kuwait/civil-id-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 40, "height_mm": 60, "width_in": 1.57, "height_in": 2.36, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": 500, "height_px": 750, "min_px": 200, "max_px": 750, "aspect": "2:3", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 2048, "formats": [ "jpeg", "png" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "blue" ], "hex": null }, "expression": "Face the camera straight on; side (profile) photos are not accepted.", "glasses": "Take the photo without glasses.", "head_covering": "Not specified.", "children": "To replace a lost or damaged Kuwaiti card, two photos are needed for everyone aged 5 or over. For an online photo update from age 5, an embassy letter is needed if the photo differs from the passport photo.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "professional", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-07", "sources": [ { "url": "https://services.paci.gov.kw/cr/non-kuwaiti/article22?lang=en", "title": "PACI e-service - First-time registration (Article 22) upload field 'Personal Photo' (English)", "publisher": "Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI), Kuwait" }, { "url": "https://services.paci.gov.kw/cr/non-kuwaiti/photo?lang=ar", "title": "PACI e-service - Update photo of a non-Kuwaiti (Arabic)", "publisher": "Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI), Kuwait" }, { "url": "https://services.paci.gov.kw/applications-guide/detail/change-%2F-add-a-photo-(non-kuwaiti)/19", "title": "PACI applications guide - Change / add a photo (non-Kuwaiti)", "publisher": "Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI), Kuwait" }, { "url": "https://services.paci.gov.kw/applications-guide/detail/first-time-registration-of-a-non-kuwaiti-(article-17%2F18%2F19%2F23%2F24-)/48", "title": "PACI applications guide - First-time registration of a non-Kuwaiti (Art. 17/18/19/23/24)", "publisher": "Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI), Kuwait" }, { "url": "https://services.paci.gov.kw/scripts/fileupload.js", "title": "PACI upload validation script (pixel and file-size checks)", "publisher": "Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI), Kuwait" }, { "url": "http://web.archive.org/web/20251126091157/https://e.gov.kw/sites/kgoenglish/Pages/Services/PACI/RegistrationOfNKForTtheFirstTime.aspx", "title": "Kuwait Government Online - First Time Registration of Expatriates (Wayback snapshot 2025-11-26)", "publisher": "Kuwait Government Online / PACI" }, { "url": "http://web.archive.org/web/20250622014759/https://e.gov.kw/sites/kgoArabic/Pages/Services/PACI/RegistrationOfNKForTtheFirstTime.aspx", "title": "Kuwait Government Online - Arabic version (Wayback snapshot 2025-06-22)", "publisher": "Kuwait Government Online / PACI" }, { "url": "http://web.archive.org/web/20260521142151/https://e.gov.kw/sites/kgoarabic/Forms/PACIIkrarSehatSora.pdf", "title": "PACI Declaration of the Picture Authenticity form (Wayback snapshot 2026-05-21)", "publisher": "Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI), Kuwait" } ] }, { "id": "kw-evisa", "country_code": "KW", "country": "Kuwait", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Kuwait e-visa (Kuwait Visa platform – tourist, family visit, business visit)", "title": "Kuwait e-Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/kuwait/e-visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 30, "height_mm": 40, "width_in": 1.18, "height_in": 1.57, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": 720, "max_px": null, "aspect": "3:4", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 2048, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": { "min": 70, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white", "light grey" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Head centred and straight (no tilt or roll) showing the full face; eyes open, not covered by hair; recent passport-style photo.", "glasses": "Not specified.", "head_covering": "Not specified.", "children": "Not specified (applicants under 18 cannot apply as independents).", "max_photo_age_months": 12, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw/assets/i18n/en.json", "title": "Kuwait Visa platform UI strings (IMAGE_UPLOAD_INSTRUCTIONS, CREATE_VISA upload rules, FAQ)", "publisher": "Ministry of Interior, Kuwait – Kuwait Visa platform" }, { "url": "https://kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw/", "title": "Kuwait Visa platform", "publisher": "Ministry of Interior, Kuwait" } ] }, { "id": "lb-passport", "country_code": "LB", "country": "Lebanon", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Lebanese biometric passport (General Security)", "title": "Lebanon Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/lebanon/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": { "min": 70, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Natural expression with clear features; eyes open (no coloured lenses), clearly visible, not covered by hair, no glare/reflection/red-eye; head centred and square to the shoulders.", "glasses": "Prescription glasses allowed if they do not block the eyes, have no reflections and the frame does not hide part of the face.", "head_covering": "Not accepted, except: veiled women – face features clearly visible and the hijab must be BLACK; clergy – with a certificate from the competent religious authority.", "children": "Minors 7 and under go with parents to the mukhtar but need not attend GS; 7–15 attend GS with parents.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.general-security.gov.lb/ar/posts/80", "title": "مواصفات الرسم الشمسي (Passport picture requirements)", "publisher": "General Directorate of General Security, Lebanon" }, { "url": "https://www.general-security.gov.lb/en/posts/11", "title": "Biometric passport – requested documents", "publisher": "General Directorate of General Security, Lebanon" }, { "url": "https://www.general-security.gov.lb/en/posts/73", "title": "Personal attendance required", "publisher": "General Directorate of General Security, Lebanon" } ] }, { "id": "lb-visa", "country_code": "LB", "country": "Lebanon", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Lebanese entry visa applied through a Lebanese embassy (tourist, business, family, medical, transit)", "title": "Lebanon Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/lebanon/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.general-security.gov.lb/en/posts/61", "title": "Visa granted by the embassy", "publisher": "General Directorate of General Security, Lebanon" } ] }, { "id": "my-id-card", "country_code": "MY", "country": "Malaysia", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "MyKad (Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara)", "title": "Malaysia MyKad (ID Card) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/malaysia/mykad-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "low", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.jpn.gov.my/perkhidmatan/kad-pengenalan/", "title": "Kad Pengenalan - JPN", "publisher": "Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara" }, { "url": "https://gantianmykad.jpn.gov.my/", "title": "Permohonan Gantian MyKad Atas Talian", "publisher": "Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara" } ] }, { "id": "my-passport", "country_code": "MY", "country": "Malaysia", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Malaysian International Passport (PMA) - MyOnline Pasport renewal (Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia)", "title": "Malaysia Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/malaysia/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 50, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.97, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "35:50 (7:10)", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": null, "formats": [] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 25, "max": 30 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": 50, "max": 60 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": { "min": 10, "max": 10 }, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "No rule is written; the official sample shows a neutral expression with the mouth closed, facing the camera.", "glasses": "Not allowed: no glasses, contact lenses or accessories on your face, ears or head.", "head_covering": "If you wear a tudung (hijab), it must be dark and plain (no pattern) and must not cover your face.", "children": "Online renewal is only for applicants aged 13 and over; younger children must apply at an immigration counter, where the photo is taken. Applicants under 18 collect the passport with a parent or guardian.", "max_photo_age_months": 1, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-07", "sources": [ { "url": "https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/eservices/myPasport?passportPMA", "title": "MyOnline Pasport - Permohonan Pasport Malaysia Antarabangsa (PMA): Spesifikasi Foto Pasport", "publisher": "Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia" }, { "url": "https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/eservices/images/sample_pic.jpg", "title": "MyOnline Pasport - official sample photo diagram (35 mm x 50 mm, head 25-30 mm)", "publisher": "Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia" }, { "url": "https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/eservices/images/Poster%201.jpeg", "title": "MyOnline Pasport poster 1 - online only for 5-year passports", "publisher": "Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia" }, { "url": "https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/eservices/images/Poster%202.jpeg", "title": "MyOnline Pasport poster 2 - ban on AI-generated or modified photos", "publisher": "Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia" }, { "url": "https://www.kln.gov.my/web/pak_islamabad/passport_renewal", "title": "Passport Renewal - High Commission of Malaysia, Islamabad (photo 35mm x 50mm, white background)", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs Malaysia (High Commission of Malaysia, Islamabad)" } ] }, { "id": "my-visa", "country_code": "MY", "country": "Malaysia", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Malaysia eVISA (VTR / single & multiple entry eVISA) - malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my", "title": "Malaysia Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/malaysia/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 50, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.97, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "7:10", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 2048, "formats": [] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 30, "max": 35 }, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": { "min": 5, "max": 5 }, "background": { "allowed": [ "white", "blue" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Full face, front view, eyes open.", "glasses": null, "head_covering": "No head covering except for religious reasons.", "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my/evisa/assets/images/samples/sample-passport-photo-req.png", "title": "eVISA Malaysia Photo Requirements (official diagram)", "publisher": "Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia" }, { "url": "https://malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my/evisa/evisa.jsp", "title": "MyVISA Portal - Passport Photo Verification page (UI text)", "publisher": "Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia" } ] }, { "id": "my-visa-vdr", "country_code": "MY", "country": "Malaysia", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Malaysia Visa With Reference (VDR) - eVISA portal photo", "title": "Malaysia Visa with Reference (VDR) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/malaysia/vdr-visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 50, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.97, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "7:10", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 25, "formats": [] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 30, "max": 35 }, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": { "min": 5, "max": 5 }, "background": { "allowed": [ "white", "blue" ], "hex": null }, "expression": "Full face, front view, eyes open.", "glasses": null, "head_covering": "No head covering except for religious reasons.", "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my/evisa/evisa.jsp", "title": "MyVISA Portal - Passport Photo Verification page (UI text)", "publisher": "Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia" }, { "url": "https://malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my/evisa/assets/images/samples/sample-passport-photo-req.png", "title": "eVISA Malaysia Photo Requirements (official diagram)", "publisher": "Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia" } ] }, { "id": "mx-passport", "country_code": "MX", "country": "Mexico", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Pasaporte mexicano (SRE)", "title": "Mexico Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/mexico/passport-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "not_applicable", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.gob.mx/tramites/ficha/pasaporte­ordinario­para­personas­mayores­de­edad/SRE112", "title": "Pasaporte ordinario para personas mayores de edad (SRE112) — requisitos (Wayback snapshot 2024-06-19)", "publisher": "gob.mx (Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores)" }, { "url": "https://www.gob.mx/sre/acciones-y-programas/pasaporte-mexicano", "title": "Pasaporte Mexicano — información complementaria (Wayback snapshot 2026-07-03)", "publisher": "gob.mx (Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores)" } ] }, { "id": "ma-evisa", "country_code": "MA", "country": "Morocco", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Morocco e-Visa (acces-maroc.ma)", "title": "Morocco e-Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/morocco/e-visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": null, "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 1024, "formats": [ "jpeg", "pdf" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white", "plain light (ICAO)" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Must clearly show facial features in conformity with ICAO standards.", "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.acces-maroc.ma/assets/docs/Conditions%20utilisation%20eVisa%20-%20Fr.pdf", "title": "Conditions d'utilisation eVisa (FR)", "publisher": "Royaume du Maroc – portail Accès Maroc" } ] }, { "id": "ma-cnie", "country_code": "MA", "country": "Morocco", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "Moroccan electronic national ID card (CNIE, DGSN)", "title": "Morocco National ID (CNIE) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/morocco/cnie-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": null, "photo_capture": "unknown", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "low", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.demarchesmaroc.com/demande-de-cnie-marocaine/", "title": "Comment obtenir votre CNIE (third party)", "publisher": "demarchesmaroc.com" }, { "url": "https://marocains-du-monde.org/cnie-marocaine-guide-mre/", "title": "CNIE marocaine MRE 2026 (third party)", "publisher": "marocains-du-monde.org" } ] }, { "id": "ma-passport", "country_code": "MA", "country": "Morocco", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Moroccan biometric passport (application in Morocco)", "title": "Morocco Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/morocco/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "light blue (sky blue)", "light grey", "white" ], "hex": null }, "expression": "Neutral: mouth closed, no smile, eyes normally open and clearly visible; head straight, facing the lens, looking at the camera; face centred.", "glasses": "Only clear lenses; eyes must not be covered even partially; tinted lenses or thick frames must be removed; no reflections; glasses not mandatory.", "head_covering": "Decorative headwear (hats, caps, etc.) not allowed. All facial features from bottom of chin to top of forehead must be fully visible (sample photos show a headscarf accepted when the face is uncovered; face veils rejected).", "children": "Young children photographed alone (no other person or object); an accompanying adult must not appear. Toddlers need not have a neutral expression or look straight at the camera but must be photographed from the front.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.passeport.ma/Home/PiecesAuMaroc", "title": "Pièces à fournir au Maroc – Passeport", "publisher": "Ministère de l'Intérieur – passeport.ma" }, { "url": "https://www.passeport.ma/PDF/NORMES%20POUR%20LES%20PHOTOGRAPHIES.pdf", "title": "Normes pour les photographies d'identité du passeport (PDF)", "publisher": "Ministère de l'Intérieur – passeport.ma" }, { "url": "https://www.passeport.ma/Procedure/GuideAuMaroc", "title": "Guide – procédure au Maroc", "publisher": "Ministère de l'Intérieur – passeport.ma" } ] }, { "id": "nl-id-card", "country_code": "NL", "country": "Netherlands", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "Nederlandse identiteitskaart", "title": "Netherlands ID Card Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/netherlands/id-card-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": { "min": 26, "max": 30 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": 57.8, "max": 66.7 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "light grey", "light blue", "white" ], "hex": null }, "expression": "neutral look, looking straight into the camera, mouth closed", "glasses": "allowed (applicant's choice): eyes fully visible, fully transparent lenses, no disturbing reflection, no shadow", "head_covering": "head uncovered, except for religious/philosophical reasons or medical hair loss; covering must be plain, single-coloured and contrast with the background", "children": "Children under 6 are exempt from: eyes on a horizontal line, head not tilted, shoulders straight, neutral look, looking straight into the camera, mouth closed. Any support must not be visible (hand under clothing). Child with eyes closed: not allowed. Age <=10: chin-to-crown 19-30 mm.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.rijksoverheid.nl/themas/migratie-en-reizen/paspoort-en-identiteitskaart/eisen-pasfoto-paspoort-id-kaart", "title": "Eisen aan de pasfoto voor paspoort of ID-kaart", "publisher": "rijksoverheid.nl" }, { "url": "https://www.rvig.nl/media/125/download", "title": "Fotomatrix model 2020 (PDF)", "publisher": "RvIG" }, { "url": "https://www.rvig.nl/introductie-digitale-pasfoto", "title": "Introductie digitale pasfoto (live enrolment plan)", "publisher": "RvIG" }, { "url": "https://www.rijksoverheid.nl/vraag-en-antwoord/paspoort-en-identiteitskaart/waar-en-hoe-kan-ik-een-paspoort-of-identiteitskaart-aanvragen", "title": "Hoe kan ik een paspoort of identiteitskaart aanvragen?", "publisher": "rijksoverheid.nl" } ] }, { "id": "nl-passport", "country_code": "NL", "country": "Netherlands", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Nederlands paspoort", "title": "Netherlands Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/netherlands/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": { "min": 26, "max": 30 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": 57.8, "max": 66.7 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "light grey", "light blue", "white" ], "hex": null }, "expression": "neutral look, looking straight into the camera, mouth closed", "glasses": "allowed (applicant's choice): eyes fully visible, fully transparent lenses, no disturbing reflection, no shadow", "head_covering": "head uncovered, except for religious/philosophical reasons or medical hair loss; covering must be plain, single-coloured and contrast with the background", "children": "Children under 6 are exempt from: eyes on a horizontal line, head not tilted, shoulders straight, neutral look, looking straight into the camera, mouth closed. Any support must not be visible (hand under clothing). Child with eyes closed: not allowed. Age <=10: chin-to-crown 19-30 mm.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.rijksoverheid.nl/themas/migratie-en-reizen/paspoort-en-identiteitskaart/eisen-pasfoto-paspoort-id-kaart", "title": "Eisen aan de pasfoto voor paspoort of ID-kaart", "publisher": "rijksoverheid.nl" }, { "url": "https://www.rvig.nl/media/125/download", "title": "Fotomatrix model 2020 (PDF)", "publisher": "RvIG" }, { "url": "https://www.rvig.nl/introductie-digitale-pasfoto", "title": "Introductie digitale pasfoto (live enrolment plan)", "publisher": "RvIG" }, { "url": "https://www.rijksoverheid.nl/vraag-en-antwoord/paspoort-en-identiteitskaart/waar-en-hoe-kan-ik-een-paspoort-of-identiteitskaart-aanvragen", "title": "Hoe kan ik een paspoort of identiteitskaart aanvragen?", "publisher": "rijksoverheid.nl" } ] }, { "id": "nz-passport", "country_code": "NZ", "country": "New Zealand", "document_type": "passport", "document": "New Zealand Passport", "title": "New Zealand Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/new-zealand/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": 900, "height_px": 1200, "min_px": 900, "max_px": 6000, "aspect": "3:4", "min_kb": 250, "max_kb": 5000, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": { "min": 80, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "light-coloured", "plain" ], "hex": null }, "expression": "neutral, no smiling, mouth closed, eyes open, facing forward, not tilted", "glasses": "prescription glasses OK if not tinted or thick-framed, clear gap between eyes and frame, no glare; no sunglasses", "head_covering": "religious or medical reasons only, face fully visible (paper form: tick declaration box; statutory declaration if not worn in last passport)", "children": "baby: lay on plain light-coloured sheet, photograph from above, entire face visible with eyes open, no other people/objects", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.passports.govt.nz/passport-photos/", "title": "Passport photos", "publisher": "passports.govt.nz (Department of Internal Affairs)" }, { "url": "https://www.passports.govt.nz/passport-photos/check-your-photo-meets-the-technical-requirements/", "title": "Check your photo meets the technical requirements", "publisher": "passports.govt.nz" }, { "url": "https://www.passports.govt.nz/__data/assets/pdf_file/0024/54753/PAS300-Application-for-a-NZ-passport-Adult-renewal_260408.pdf", "title": "PAS300 Application for a NZ passport - Adult renewal (8 April 2026)", "publisher": "passports.govt.nz" }, { "url": "https://www.passports.govt.nz/__data/assets/pdf_file/0026/54755/PAS310-Application-for-a-NZ-passport-Adult_260408.pdf", "title": "PAS310 Application for a NZ passport - Adult (8 April 2026)", "publisher": "passports.govt.nz" } ] }, { "id": "ng-evisa", "country_code": "NG", "country": "Nigeria", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Nigeria e-Visa (NIS, evisa.immigration.gov.ng)", "title": "Nigeria e-Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/nigeria/e-visa-photo/", "print": null, "digital": { "width_px": 600, "height_px": 600, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "1:1", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 1024, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://evisa.immigration.gov.ng/", "title": "Nigeria e-Visa portal (upload rules in portal code)", "publisher": "Nigeria Immigration Service" }, { "url": "https://immigration.gov.ng/nigerian-visa/", "title": "Nigerian Visa", "publisher": "Nigeria Immigration Service" } ] }, { "id": "ng-nin", "country_code": "NG", "country": "Nigeria", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment / National e-ID card (NIMC)", "title": "Nigeria National ID (NIN) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/nigeria/nin-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "low", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Identity_Management_Commission", "title": "National Identity Management Commission", "publisher": "Wikipedia" }, { "url": "https://nimc.gov.ng/", "title": "NIMC official site", "publisher": "National Identity Management Commission" } ] }, { "id": "ng-passport", "country_code": "NG", "country": "Nigeria", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Nigerian enhanced e-passport (NIS online application)", "title": "Nigeria Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/nigeria/passport-photo/", "print": null, "digital": { "width_px": 600, "height_px": 800, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "3:4", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 2048, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": { "min": 50, "max": 69 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white", "off-white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Frontal view, neutral non-smiling expression, eyes open, unobstructed and directed at the camera; head not tilted, centred.", "glasses": "'Eyeglasses are no longer allowed in Passport photo.' No sunglasses.", "head_covering": "Hats/head coverings only if worn for religious reasons AND they do not obscure any facial features. Hair must not cover the face or ears; no headphones, masks etc.", "children": "No other person in the photo; child facing the camera with eyes open (infant's eyes need not be entirely open). Portal mentions ICAO relaxations for kids.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://passport.immigration.gov.ng/", "title": "NIS Passport Application Portal (photo guidelines and upload rules in portal code)", "publisher": "Nigeria Immigration Service" }, { "url": "https://immigration.gov.ng/passports/", "title": "Nigeria Immigration Service – Passports", "publisher": "Nigeria Immigration Service" } ] }, { "id": "om-evisa", "country_code": "OM", "country": "Oman", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Oman eVisa (Royal Oman Police – tourist, sponsored, express visas)", "title": "Oman e-Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/oman/e-visa-photo/", "print": null, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": null, "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 512, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": "Not specified.", "glasses": "Not specified.", "head_covering": "Not specified.", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "low", "verified_on": "2026-10-07", "sources": [ { "url": "https://evisa.rop.gov.om/en/types-of-visa", "title": "Oman eVisa – Know your Visa Type (visa conditions incl. 'A photograph of the applicant (digital)')", "publisher": "Royal Oman Police" }, { "url": "https://evisa.rop.gov.om/Evisa-home-theme/faq_pages/faq_en.html", "title": "Oman eVisa FAQ (photo file size)", "publisher": "Royal Oman Police" }, { "url": "https://evisa.rop.gov.om/Evisa-home-theme/faq_pages/faq_ar.html", "title": "Oman eVisa FAQ – Arabic", "publisher": "Royal Oman Police" }, { "url": "https://web.archive.org/web/20250916054118/https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/IMG/pdf/181213_manuel_aide_procedure_evisa_oman_cle8dd519.pdf", "title": "Manuel aide procédure e-Visa – Sultanat d'Oman (2018; Wayback snapshot 2025-09-16)", "publisher": "France Diplomatie (Ministère de l'Europe et des Affaires étrangères); document by Oman Tourism Office, Paris" } ] }, { "id": "om-resident-card", "country_code": "OM", "country": "Oman", "document_type": "residence_permit", "document": "Oman resident card (expatriates, first-time issuance)", "title": "Oman Resident Card Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/oman/resident-card-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": "Not specified.", "glasses": "Not specified.", "head_covering": "Not specified.", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.rop.gov.om/english/resident_id.aspx", "title": "First-time issuance of residence card", "publisher": "Royal Oman Police" }, { "url": "https://www.rop.gov.om/english/omani_id.aspx", "title": "Issuance of identity card (ID) for the first time (Omani citizens – also in person, no photo listed)", "publisher": "Royal Oman Police" } ] }, { "id": "pk-id-card", "country_code": "PK", "country": "Pakistan", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "NADRA CNIC / NICOP / POC via Pak Identity (online, web or Pak-ID mobile app)", "title": "Pakistan CNIC / NICOP Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/pakistan/cnic-photo/", "print": null, "digital": { "width_px": 350, "height_px": 467, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": null, "min_kb": null, "max_kb": null, "formats": [] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Looking straight into the camera, sharp focus.", "glasses": "Not allowed - photograph must be taken without glasses.", "head_covering": "No cap allowed (examples show 'Wearing Hat' as rejected). Religious head-covering rule not stated in the PDF.", "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://id.nadra.gov.pk/docs/PhotoGuidelines.pdf", "title": "Photograph Capturing and Uploading Guidelines - id.nadra.gov.pk (PhotoGuidelines.pdf, Wayback snapshot 2023-10-03)", "publisher": "National Database & Registration Authority (NADRA)" } ] }, { "id": "pk-passport", "country_code": "PK", "country": "Pakistan", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Pakistani passport (DGI&P) - Online Passport application/renewal (e-Services portal)", "title": "Pakistan Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/pakistan/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": 350, "height_px": 467, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "350:467 (~3:4)", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 3072, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 29, "max": 34 }, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Neutral expression, mouth closed, facing forward and looking straight at the camera, eyes open.", "glasses": "Eyes must be visible and free from reflection or glare from glasses; eyes must not be covered by sunglasses, tinted glasses, glasses frames or hair. (DGIP page does not ban clear glasses outright; NADRA's own guidelines do - remove glasses to be safe.)", "head_covering": "Nothing may cover the face. No specific religious head-covering rule is stated on the DGIP photo page.", "children": "Overseas online channel allows a NEW passport for a newborn up to 2 years of age (photo required in same 350/467 px spec); older minors applying for a first passport must visit a Pakistan Mission. No child-specific photo rules published.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://dgip.gov.pk/eServices/online-passport.php", "title": "e-Services - Online Passport (DGI&P)", "publisher": "Directorate General of Immigration & Passports" }, { "url": "https://dgip.gov.pk/passport/process.php", "title": "Passport Application Process (DGI&P) - photo captured at token counter in passport offices", "publisher": "Directorate General of Immigration & Passports" }, { "url": "https://onlinemrp.dgip.gov.pk/photo-requirements/", "title": "Capturing your Photograph - Online Passport (Wayback snapshot 2024-06-09)", "publisher": "Directorate General of Immigration & Passports" }, { "url": "https://onlinemrp.dgip.gov.pk/doc-upload-guidelines/", "title": "How to Upload Documents - Online Passport (Wayback snapshot 2026-02-02)", "publisher": "Directorate General of Immigration & Passports" } ] }, { "id": "pk-visa", "country_code": "PK", "country": "Pakistan", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Pakistan Online Visa (e-Visa) - Ministry of Interior portal (visa.interior.gov.pk, formerly visa.nadra.gov.pk)", "title": "Pakistan Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/pakistan/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": 350, "height_px": 467, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": null, "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 350, "formats": [] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": { "min": 70, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Neutral expression, mouth closed, looking directly at the camera, facing the camera (not over the shoulder or tilted), both face edges visible.", "glasses": "No glasses - 'The photograph must show your eyes clearly with no glasses on'; user guide: applicant should not be wearing glasses.", "head_covering": "Permitted, but facial features from bottom of chin to top of forehead and both edges of the face must be clearly shown.", "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://visa.nadra.gov.pk/photograph-guide/", "title": "Photograph Guide - Pakistan Online Visa System (Wayback snapshot 2024-12-18)", "publisher": "Ministry of Interior / NADRA" }, { "url": "https://visa.nadra.gov.pk/downloads/application_guide.pdf", "title": "Pakistan Online Visa System - User Guide (application_guide.pdf, Wayback snapshot 2025-02-14), p.23", "publisher": "Ministry of Interior / NADRA" } ] }, { "id": "ph-etravel", "country_code": "PH", "country": "Philippines", "document_type": "other", "document": "eTravel (Philippine Travel Information System) arrival/departure registration", "title": "Philippines eTravel Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/philippines/etravel-photo/", "print": null, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": null, "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 5000, "formats": [ "jpeg", "png" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-07", "sources": [ { "url": "https://etravel.gov.ph/", "title": "eTravel - Philippine Travel Information System", "publisher": "Government of the Philippines (DICT/BI/BOQ/BOC)" }, { "url": "https://etravel.gov.ph/_next/static/chunks/9338-744e4fcb85ed8d62.js", "title": "eTravel personal-information form module (validation: photo_url required; uploader 'Take a photo or upload a file.')", "publisher": "Government of the Philippines (DICT)" }, { "url": "https://etravel.gov.ph/_next/static/chunks/6750-9057c0c7c5617aa7.js", "title": "eTravel upload constants (image/jpeg, image/png; 5242880-byte limit)", "publisher": "Government of the Philippines (DICT)" }, { "url": "https://etravel.gov.ph/_next/static/chunks/5446-4f024392f70d2d7f.js", "title": "eTravel travel-details validation (photo re-checked when citizenship = PH)", "publisher": "Government of the Philippines (DICT)" } ] }, { "id": "ph-passport", "country_code": "PH", "country": "Philippines", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Philippine passport (DFA)", "title": "Philippines Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/philippines/passport-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://consular.dfa.gov.ph/services/passport/passport-faqs", "title": "Passport FAQs (Wayback snapshot 2025-04-05)", "publisher": "Department of Foreign Affairs - Office of Consular Affairs" }, { "url": "https://consular.dfa.gov.ph/services/passport/passport-general-info", "title": "Passport General Information (Wayback snapshot 2025-04-13)", "publisher": "Department of Foreign Affairs - Office of Consular Affairs" } ] }, { "id": "ph-visa", "country_code": "PH", "country": "Philippines", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Philippine eVisa (eVisaPH) - 'ICAO photo' upload", "title": "Philippines Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/philippines/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 50.8, "height_mm": 50.8, "width_in": 2, "height_in": 2, "defined_in": "in" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "1:1", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": null, "formats": [ "jpeg", "png" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": { "min": 70, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "plain light" ], "hex": null }, "expression": "Straight looking, centred, neutral expression, mouth closed, looking directly at the camera.", "glasses": "Prescription glasses allowed if clear and thin-framed, with no flash reflection and not obscuring the eyes.", "head_covering": "Not permitted except for religious reasons; facial features from bottom of chin to top of forehead and both edges of the face must be clearly shown. Hair, head-dress or ornaments must not obscure the face.", "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://evisa.gov.ph/frequently-ask-questions", "title": "eVisaPH - Philippine Visa Photo Requirements (i18n text served on evisa.gov.ph)", "publisher": "Department of Foreign Affairs (eVisaPH)" } ] }, { "id": "pl-id-card", "country_code": "PL", "country": "Poland", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "Dowód osobisty (e-dowód)", "title": "Poland ID Card Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/poland/id-card-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": 492, "height_px": 633, "min_px": 492, "max_px": null, "aspect": "35:45", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 2500, "formats": [] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": { "min": 70, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "natural/neutral face without facial gestures, mouth closed, eyes open, looking straight into the lens", "glasses": "corrective glasses allowed if eyes well visible, frames do not cover eyebrows and no light reflection; contact lenses OK if they don't change natural eye shape/colour; dark glasses only for congenital/acquired vision defects with a disability certificate attached", "head_covering": "only if required by religion, with a certificate of membership of a religious community registered in Poland; whole face oval and ear line must be uncovered", "children": "Children up to 5: may have eyes closed, mouth open or unnatural expression; face uncovered (no hair/toy), head straight, light uniform background, no other persons. 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"https://justica.gov.pt/Registos/Identificacao/Passaporte-eletronico", "title": "Passaporte eletrónico - IRN", "publisher": "justica.gov.pt (IRN)" }, { "url": "https://portaldascomunidades.mne.gov.pt/pt/atendimento/no-estrangeiro/servicos-consulares/passaporte-comum", "title": "Passaporte Comum - serviços consulares", "publisher": "Portal das Comunidades (MNE)" } ] }, { "id": "pt-visa", "country_code": "PT", "country": "Portugal", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Portugal visa (Schengen short-stay and national D visas)", "title": "Portugal Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/portugal/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Neutral expression.", "glasses": null, "head_covering": "Caps, hats, 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"https://rabat.embaixadaportugal.mne.gov.pt/pt/seccao-consular/vistos", "title": "Vistos - Secção consular, Embaixada de Portugal em Rabat (white background)", "publisher": "Embaixada de Portugal em Rabat (mne.gov.pt)" }, { "url": "https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/pt/vistos-schengen/documentacao-instrutoria/schengen-para-efeitos-de-curta-duracao", "title": "Schengen para efeitos de curta duração - documentação instrutória", "publisher": "vistos.mne.gov.pt" }, { "url": "https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/pt/vistos-nacionais/documentacao-instrutoria/residencia", "title": "Vistos nacionais - Residência - documentação instrutória", "publisher": "vistos.mne.gov.pt" }, { "url": "https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/pt/vistos-schengen/informacao-geral/biometria", "title": "Biometria - Vistos Schengen", "publisher": "vistos.mne.gov.pt" }, { "url": "https://otava.embaixadaportugal.mne.gov.pt/pt/a-embaixada/noticias/aviso-importante-para-pedidos-de-visto", "title": "Aviso importante para pedidos de visto (E-visa upload)", "publisher": "Embaixada de Portugal em Otava (mne.gov.pt)" }, { "url": "https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/portugal/india/english/pdf/Portugal-Visiting-Family-Friends-Checklist.pdf", "title": "SUPPORTING ONLY (contractor): VFS Global India - Portugal short-term family/friend visit checklist (2019)", "publisher": "VFS Global for the Embassy of Portugal, New Delhi" }, { "url": "https://www.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/portugal/usa/english/pdf/portugal-short-stay-checklist-nov-25.pdf", "title": "SUPPORTING ONLY (contractor): VFS Global USA - Portugal short-stay checklist (Nov 2025)", "publisher": "VFS Global for Portuguese consulates in the USA" }, { "url": "https://www.vfsglobal.com/portugal/Brazil/pdf/C.pdf", "title": "SUPPORTING ONLY (contractor, conflicting 3x4): VFS Global Brazil - Portugal visa checklist C", "publisher": "VFS Global for Portuguese consulates in Brazil" } ] }, { "id": "qa-hayya-evisa", "country_code": "QA", "country": "Qatar", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Qatar 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for religious reasons; face must be clearly visible.", "children": "Not specified separately (dependants under 18 added to the application).", "max_photo_age_months": 12, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://beta-cms.hayya.qa/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Hayya-Guidelines-EN-2.pdf", "title": "Hayya Personal Photo Guideline (EN, 2025)", "publisher": "Hayya Platform (State of Qatar)" }, { "url": "https://beta-cms.hayya.qa/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Hayya-Personal-Photo-Instructions.pdf", "title": "Hayya Personal Photo Instructions (2024)", "publisher": "Hayya Platform (State of Qatar)" }, { "url": "https://beta-api.hayya.qa/wp/cms/hayya/v1/page/apply-for-hayya?lang=en", "title": "Hayya 'Apply for Hayya' CMS content (photo upload rules, links to guideline PDFs)", "publisher": "Hayya Platform" }, { "url": "https://portal.moi.gov.qa/wps/portal/MOIInternet/services/otherservices/?1dmy&page=pg.moi.internet.departments.services.detail&uri=wcm%3Apath%3Awcmlib-internet-en%2Fsa-departmentcommittee%2Fgeneraladministrationofnationalitybordersandexpatriateaffairs%2Fservices%2Fnon-work%2Bvisit%2Fvisa01120", "title": "MOI Qatar – Tourist Visa ('Tourist Visas are applied on the Haya platform')", "publisher": "Ministry of Interior, Qatar" } ] }, { "id": "qa-residence-permit", "country_code": "QA", "country": "Qatar", "document_type": "residence_permit", "document": "Qatar residence permit (RP) / Qatar ID card (QID) for expatriates", "title": "Qatar Residence Permit (QID) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/qatar/residence-permit-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 38, "height_mm": 48, "width_in": 1.5, "height_in": 1.89, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "38:48 (19:24)", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": null, "formats": [] 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"https://portal.moi.gov.qa/wps/portal/MOIInternet/services/otherservices/?1dmy&page=pg.moi.internet.departments.services.detail&uri=wcm%3Apath%3Awcmlib-internet-en%2Fsa-departmentcommittee%2Fgeneraladministrationofnationalitybordersandexpatriateaffairs%2Fservices%2Fresidence%2Bvisas%2Fegama1", "title": "MOI Qatar - Residence Permit Renewal", "publisher": "Ministry of Interior, Qatar" }, { "url": "https://portal.moi.gov.qa/wps/wcm/connect/65831f7a-073f-4fbb-82b2-9161472467bf/Residence_Permit_Application_Form%2BBusiness_Family.pdf?MOD=AJPERES", "title": "Residence Permit Application Form - Business Visit - Family Visit for First Time (photo box 'Color Photo 4.8 X 3.8')", "publisher": "General Directorate of Passports, Ministry of Interior, Qatar" }, { "url": "https://portal.moi.gov.qa/wps/wcm/connect/78b65234-9e59-42dc-84b1-7d4a61cf5457/Residence_Permit_Application_Form.pdf?MOD=AJPERES", "title": "Residence Permit Application Form (Investors and Real Estate Owners) - 'Colour Photo Size 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"RU", "country": "Russia", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "Паспорт гражданина РФ (internal passport)", "title": "Russia Internal Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/russia/internal-passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": { "min": null, "max": 36 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": null, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": { "min": 4, "max": 6 }, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "strictly frontal, looking straight, neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open, hair not covering eyes", "glasses": "people who always wear glasses must be photographed in them; no tinted lenses; frame must not cover eyes; no colour-changing contact lenses", "head_covering": "no headwear, except for religious reasons; covering must not hide the face oval", "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.garant.ru/products/ipo/prime/doc/400064732/", "title": "Приказ МВД России от 16.11.2020 № 773 — Административный регламент (паспорт гражданина РФ), п. 36", "publisher": "garant.ru (official text of MVD order)" } ] }, { "id": "ru-international-passport-old", "country_code": "RU", "country": "Russia", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Загранпаспорт старого образца (5-year, без электронного носителя)", "title": "Russia International Passport (5-year) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/russia/international-passport-5-year-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": { "min": null, "max": 36 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": null, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "strictly frontal, looking straight, neutral, mouth closed, eyes open, hair not covering eyes", "glasses": "those who always wear glasses: photographed in glasses without tinted lenses; frame must not cover eyes; no colour-changing lenses (if colour photo); dark glasses/eye patch only on medical grounds (MID)", "head_covering": "no headwear except religious, must not hide face oval", "children": "Under 14: 2 photos with the application; adding a child under 14 into a parent's old-type passport requires 2 photos of the child (MVD п. 30).", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.consultant.ru/document/cons_doc_LAW_384459/ee0dfa9835accfbbf04b9eeeaa0ae14988702b1f/", "title": "Приказ МВД России от 31.03.2021 № 186 — регламент по загранпаспорту (п. 30, 36, 88-89)", "publisher": "consultant.ru (official text of MVD order)" }, { "url": "https://www.kdmid.ru/cons/passports/list-of-documents-required-for-registration-of-foreign-passports/", "title": "Перечень документов, необходимых для оформления заграничного паспорта (КД МИД России)", "publisher": "kdmid.ru (MFA Russia)" }, { "url": "https://www.kdmid.ru/cons-dep/regulatory-documents/administrative-regulations/", "title": "Приказы МИД России от 27.05.2026 № 10286 (паспорт с электронным носителем) и № 10287 (без электронного носителя)", "publisher": "kdmid.ru (MFA Russia)" } ] }, { "id": "ru-international-passport-biometric", "country_code": "RU", "country": "Russia", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Загранпаспорт нового образца (10-year biometric, с электронным носителем)", "title": "Russia International Passport (biometric) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/russia/international-passport-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, 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"glasses": "Not specified.", "head_covering": "Generally not permitted; exceptions possible especially for religious reasons – then the face must be visible from the lower tip of the chin to the forehead, with no shadows on the face.", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://visa.visitsaudi.com/Home/PhotoSpecifications", "title": "Saudi eVisa – Photo Specifications", "publisher": "Saudi eVisa (official)" } ] }, { "id": "sa-evisa", "country_code": "SA", "country": "Saudi Arabia", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Saudi tourist / visit e-visa (KSA Visa unified platform, ksavisa.sa)", "title": "Saudi Arabia e-Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/saudi-arabia/e-visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" 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Legacy official spec: head wear generally not permitted, exceptions for religious reasons; face must be visible from lower tip of chin to forehead with no shadows.", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://ksavisa.sa/assets/i18n/en.json", "title": "KSA Visa platform UI strings (UploadHeadshotParagraphs: 'Photo size: 35x45mm', plain background; uploadHeadshotHint: 'PNG, JPEG, maximum size is 5 MB')", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs – KSA Visa platform" }, { "url": "https://ksavisa.sa/", "title": "KSA Visa platform", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs" }, { "url": "https://visa.visitsaudi.com/Home/PhotoSpecifications", "title": "Saudi eVisa Photo Specifications (legacy portal)", "publisher": "Saudi Tourism Authority / MOFA eVisa" } ] }, { "id": "sa-iqama", "country_code": "SA", "country": "Saudi Arabia", "document_type": "residence_permit", "document": "Saudi resident identity (Iqama)", "title": "Saudi Arabia Iqama Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/saudi-arabia/iqama-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Not specified officially.", "glasses": "Not specified officially.", "head_covering": "Jawazat condition for a photo change (as reported): the passport photo must be recent with the head uncovered.", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "low", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.saudi-expatriates.com/2022/02/conditions-for-changing-picture-in-iqama.html", "title": "Jawazat clarifies conditions for changing image in iqama (reports Jawazat's official reply)", "publisher": "Saudi Expatriates (third-party)" }, { "url": "https://indianinsaudiarabia.com/posts/update-iqama-photo-online-absher/", "title": "How to update your Iqama photo online via Absher (2026 guide)", "publisher": "Indian in Saudi Arabia (third-party)" } ] }, { "id": "sa-visa-mofa", "country_code": "SA", "country": "Saudi Arabia", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Saudi work / family visit / business visas issued via MOFA (visa.mofa.gov.sa, Enjaz) with biometric enrolment", "title": "Saudi Arabia Work & Family Visit Visa (MOFA) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/saudi-arabia/mofa-visa-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": "Not specified.", "glasses": "Not specified.", "head_covering": "Not specified.", "children": "Third-party/news reports: applicants under 12 (or under 6 in some countries) and over 70/80 exempt from biometric enrolment – unverified.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.mofa.gov.sa/Documents/Form/PrivacyPolicy.pdf", "title": "Saudi Visa Bio privacy policy ('submit your fingerprints and facial image'; 'Applicant selfie image')", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs, KSA" }, { "url": "https://www.khaleejtimes.com/uae/biometric-enrolment-must-for-saudi-visa-application", "title": "Biometric enrolment must for Saudi visa application (news)", "publisher": "Khaleej Times" } ] }, { "id": "eu-schengen-visa", "country_code": "EU", "country": "Schengen Area", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Schengen short-stay (C) visa - generic ICAO photo", "title": "Schengen Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/schengen/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": { "min": 32, "max": 36 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": 70, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "light grey", "light/neutral uniform", "white (accepted by some consulates, e.g. German missions)" ], "hex": null }, "expression": "neutral, mouth closed, eyes open, looking straight at the camera", "glasses": "allowed only if eyes clearly visible: no tinted/sun lenses, no reflections, frame must not cover the eyes", "head_covering": "generally only for religious reasons with full face (chin to forehead, both sides) visible; rules vary by consulate", "children": "Same ICAO rules; per-consulate leniency for babies. Fingerprints not taken under 12 (current Visa Code Art. 13(7)(a)).", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:02009R0810-20240628", "title": "Regulation (EC) No 810/2009 (Visa Code), consolidated 28.06.2024 - Art. 10(3)(c), Art. 13", "publisher": "EUR-Lex" }, { "url": "https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32021R1134", "title": "Regulation (EU) 2021/1134 (revised VIS) - Art. 2 amending Visa Code Art. 10 and 13 (live facial image)", "publisher": "EUR-Lex" }, { "url": "https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/faq", "title": "France-Visas FAQ - What is the format of the ID photographs I have to provide?", "publisher": "france-visas.gouv.fr" }, { "url": "https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/pt/vistos-schengen/informacao-geral/biometria", "title": "Biometria - Vistos Schengen (Portugal MNE)", "publisher": "vistos.mne.gov.pt" }, { "url": "https://vientiane.diplo.de/resource/blob/2302096/091b6309895a39014cd93062ab9190b1/checklist-tourist-visa-data.pdf", "title": "German Embassy Vientiane - Schengen tourist visa checklist (photo 3.5x4.0 cm, face 70-80%)", "publisher": "diplo.de" }, { "url": "https://manila.diplo.de/resource/blob/1991220/1d80fa91fd818e1dc53677698e190267/download-passport-photo-data.pdf", "title": "German Embassy Manila - Photograph specifications (face 32-36 mm, 70-80%)", "publisher": "diplo.de" } ] }, { "id": "sg-citizenship", "country_code": "SG", "country": "Singapore", "document_type": "citizenship", "document": "Singapore Citizenship application", "title": "Singapore Citizenship Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/singapore/citizenship-photo/", "print": null, "digital": { "width_px": 400, "height_px": 514, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "35:45 (7:9)", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 8000, "formats": [ "jpeg", "png", "heic", "heif" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Neutral facial expression with mouth closed; full frontal view, eyes looking at the camera.", "glasses": "Spectacles must have clear, untinted lenses with eyes clearly visible; wear only non-coloured contact lenses; no red eye.", "head_covering": "Taken full face without headgear unless worn habitually in accordance with religious or racial customs; headgear must not hide facial features (ICA checklist). Headgear should be dark against the white background (ICA Dos and Don'ts).", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": 3, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/docs/default-source/ica/ipses/sc-document-checklist.pdf", "title": "ICA Document Checklist (Singapore Citizenship application)", "publisher": "ICA Singapore" }, { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/photo-guidelines", "title": "ICA Photo Guidelines (incl. 'Dos and Don'ts' image)", "publisher": "Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA), Singapore" }, { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/images/default-source/default-album/resize.jpg", "title": "ICA Photo Guidelines - Dos and Don'ts image", "publisher": "ICA Singapore" } ] }, { "id": "sg-ltvp", "country_code": "SG", "country": "Singapore", "document_type": "residence_permit", "document": "Singapore Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP / LTVP+)", "title": "Singapore Long-Term Visit Pass Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/singapore/ltvp-photo/", "print": null, "digital": { "width_px": 400, "height_px": 514, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "35:45 (7:9)", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 8000, "formats": [ "jpeg", "png", "heic", "heif" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Neutral facial expression with mouth closed; full frontal view, eyes looking at the camera.", "glasses": "Spectacles must have clear, untinted lenses with eyes clearly visible; wear only non-coloured contact lenses; no red eye.", "head_covering": "Taken full face without headgear unless worn habitually in accordance with religious or racial customs; headgear must not hide facial features (ICA checklist). Headgear should be dark against the white background (ICA Dos and Don'ts).", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": 3, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/docs/default-source/ica/ipses/ltvp-document-checklist.pdf", "title": "ICA Document Checklist (Singapore Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP / LTVP+))", "publisher": "ICA Singapore" }, { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/photo-guidelines", "title": "ICA Photo Guidelines (incl. 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ICA 'Dos and Don'ts': head gear/attire must be dark in colour against the white background; eyes must be fully visible (not covered by hair or headscarf).", "children": "15-year-olds register online with an uploaded photo; biometrics (fingerprints) are enrolled in person at school or the ICA Services Centre, but the photo itself is the uploaded digital one.", "max_photo_age_months": 3, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/documents/ic/re-registration", "title": "IC Re-Registration", "publisher": "ICA Singapore" }, { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/documents/ic/registration", "title": "IC Registration (15-year-olds)", "publisher": "ICA Singapore" }, { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/photo-guidelines", "title": "ICA Photo Guidelines (incl. 'Dos and Don'ts' image)", "publisher": "Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA), Singapore" }, { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/images/default-source/default-album/resize.jpg", "title": "ICA Photo Guidelines - Dos and Don'ts image", "publisher": "ICA Singapore" } ] }, { "id": "sg-passport", "country_code": "SG", "country": "Singapore", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Singapore Passport (ICA)", "title": "Singapore Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/singapore/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": 400, "height_px": 514, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "35:45 (7:9)", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 8000, "formats": [ "jpeg", "png", "heic", "heif" ] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 25, "max": 35 }, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Neutral facial expression with mouth closed; full frontal view, eyes looking at the camera.", "glasses": "Spectacles must have clear, untinted lenses with eyes clearly visible; wear only non-coloured contact lenses; no red eye.", "head_covering": "Full face without headgear unless worn habitually for religious or racial customs; headgear must not hide facial features. ICA 'Dos and Don'ts': head gear/attire must be dark in colour against the white background; eyes must be fully visible (not covered by hair or headscarf).", "children": "No child-specific rules published on the ICA photo guidelines page.", "max_photo_age_months": 3, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/photo-guidelines", "title": "ICA Photo Guidelines (incl. 'Dos and Don'ts' image)", "publisher": "Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA), Singapore" }, { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/images/default-source/default-album/resize.jpg", "title": "ICA Photo Guidelines - Dos and Don'ts image", "publisher": "ICA Singapore" }, { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/documents/passport/apply", "title": "Apply for Passport", "publisher": "ICA Singapore" }, { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/news-and-publications/newsroom/media-release/946", "title": "ICA media release 'Moving Towards a New Generation of Passports' (35x45 mm, 25-35 mm chin to crown)", "publisher": "ICA Singapore" }, { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/news-and-publications/newsroom/media-release/406", "title": "ICA media release on eIACS (photo 35x45 mm, 25-35 mm chin to crown)", "publisher": "ICA Singapore" }, { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/news-and-publications/newsroom/media-release/345", "title": "ICA reply 'Passport-renewal system alerts on photo file sizes' (face 25-45 mm chin to crown, shoulders visible)", "publisher": "ICA Singapore" } ] }, { "id": "sg-pr", "country_code": "SG", "country": "Singapore", "document_type": "residence_permit", "document": "Singapore Permanent Residence (PR) application", "title": "Singapore Permanent Residence Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/singapore/pr-photo/", "print": null, "digital": { "width_px": 400, "height_px": 514, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "35:45 (7:9)", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 8000, "formats": [ "jpeg", "png", "heic", "heif" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Neutral facial expression with mouth closed; full frontal view, eyes looking at the camera.", "glasses": "Spectacles must have clear, untinted lenses with eyes clearly visible; wear only non-coloured contact lenses; no red eye.", "head_covering": "Taken full face without headgear unless worn habitually in accordance with religious or racial customs; headgear must not hide facial features (ICA checklist). Headgear should be dark against the white background (ICA Dos and Don'ts).", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": 3, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/docs/default-source/ica/ipses/pr-document-checklist.pdf", "title": "ICA Document Checklist (Singapore Permanent Residence (PR) application)", "publisher": "ICA Singapore" }, { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/photo-guidelines", "title": "ICA Photo Guidelines (incl. 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ICA: clear untinted lenses.", "head_covering": "Avoid white headgear and plain white clothing; religious/cultural headgear permitted if facial features remain visible (MFA mission page).", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": 3, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/enter-transit-depart/entering-singapore/visa_requirements/visa-detail-page/india", "title": "India Visa Requirements (documents: recent passport-sized colour photo within 3 months; see Photo Guidelines)", "publisher": "ICA Singapore" }, { "url": "https://eservices.ica.gov.sg/esvclandingpage/save", "title": "ICA - Visa Application e-Service (SAVE)", "publisher": "ICA Singapore" }, { "url": "https://new-delhi.mfa.gov.sg/consular-services/visa-information/", "title": "Visa information - High Commission of Singapore in New Delhi (photo 35x45 mm, white, 3 months)", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore" }, { "url": "https://www.ica.gov.sg/photo-guidelines", "title": "ICA Photo Guidelines (incl. 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Eyes open and clearly visible, no hair across the face, and the face square to the camera, not tilted.", "glasses": "Allowed if your eyes are clearly visible: no flash reflection on the lenses, no dark-tinted lenses or heavy frames, and the frames must not cover any part of the eyes.", "head_covering": "Not allowed, except for religious reasons; your face must be clearly visible from the bottom of the chin to the top of the forehead, including both edges.", "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-07", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/types-of-visas", "title": "Types of Visas (visitor's visa: 'Two colour passport photographs')", "publisher": "Department of Home Affairs, South Africa" }, { "url": "https://dirco.gov.za/benin/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/05/20190506-Requirements-for-Visitors-visa-Business.pdf", "title": "Requirements for Visitor Visa (Business Purposes) - SA Embassy Cotonou, PDF dated May 2025", "publisher": "DIRCO - Embassy of the Republic of South Africa, Cotonou" }, { "url": "https://dirco.gov.za/benin/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/06/Requirements-for-Visitors-visa-Diplomatic.pdf", "title": "Requirements for Visitor Visa (Diplomatic Passport Holders) - SA Embassy Cotonou, PDF dated June 2025", "publisher": "DIRCO - Embassy of the Republic of South Africa, Cotonou" }, { "url": "https://embajadasudafrica.mx/descargas/REQUIREMENTS_FOR_A_SOUTH_AFRICAN_VISITORS_VISA.pdf", "title": "Requisitos para obtener la Visa de Visitante Sudafricana (PDF, May 2024)", "publisher": "South African Embassy, Mexico" }, { "url": "https://embajadasudafrica.mx/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Requirements-for-visa-application-Sec112-may15.pdf", "title": "Requirements for a South African Visitor's Visa Sec 11(2) (bilingual, 2015)", "publisher": "South African Embassy, Mexico" }, { "url": "https://dirco.gov.za/uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/04/Passport_Photo_Requirements.pdf", "title": "Passport & ID Photograph Specifications (DHA leaflet, hosted by SA High Commission London)", "publisher": "Department of Home Affairs, South Africa (via DIRCO London)" }, { "url": "https://dirco.gov.za/copenhagen/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/Visitors-Visa.pdf", "title": "Port of Entry Visa Application checklist (Nov 2025)", "publisher": "DIRCO - South African Embassy Copenhagen" }, { "url": "https://www.suedafrika.org/fileadmin/visa_application__POE_.pdf", "title": "Port of Entry Visa Application checklist (last amended 22.01.2026)", "publisher": "South African Embassy Berlin" } ] }, { "id": "kr-driving-licence", "country_code": "KR", "country": "South Korea", "document_type": "driving_licence", "document": "Korean Driving Licence (운전면허증) - issue, renewal/aptitude test, reissue", "title": "South Korea Driving Licence Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/south-korea/driving-licence-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": 413, "height_px": 531, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "35:45 (7:9)", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 500, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 32, "max": 36 }, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Frontal composition, looking at camera, neutral; teeth must not show.", "glasses": "No tinted glasses covering the eyes.", "head_covering": "No hats; no excessive accessories covering the face (earphones/headphones rejected).", "children": "Not applicable.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.safedriving.or.kr/resources/img/photo_yes2024.png", "title": "허용되는 사진 규격 (photo standard image)", "publisher": "Korea Road Traffic Authority (도로교통공단) - Safe Driving portal" }, { "url": "https://www.safedriving.or.kr/diGuide/selectDiGuide18.do", "title": "운전면허증 발급 가이드", "publisher": "Korea Road Traffic Authority" }, { "url": "https://www.safedriving.or.kr/diGuide/selectDiGuide01.do", "title": "정기적성검사/면허갱신", "publisher": "Korea Road Traffic Authority" } ] }, { "id": "kr-k-eta", "country_code": "KR", "country": "South Korea", "document_type": "visa", "document": "K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) face photo", "title": "South Korea K-ETA Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/south-korea/k-eta-photo/", "print": null, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": null, "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 20000, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": { "min": 75, "max": null }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": "Eyes open, looking straight at the camera, with your full face showing.", "glasses": "No sunglasses; ordinary glasses are not mentioned.", "head_covering": "No hats or scarves. Religious head coverings such as a hijab or a nun's habit are allowed if your whole face, from forehead to chin, is visible.", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-07", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.k-eta.go.kr/portal/board/viewboardlist.do?tmpltNm=faq2&category=&keyWord=&pageIndex=4", "title": "K-ETA FAQ Q23 - face photo conditions (page 4 of FAQ list)", "publisher": "Ministry of Justice, Republic of Korea (K-ETA Center)" }, { "url": "https://www.k-eta.go.kr/portal/board/viewboardlist.do?tmpltNm=faq2&category=&keyWord=&pageIndex=2", "title": "K-ETA FAQ Q37 - photo file size limit 20 MB (page 2)", "publisher": "Ministry of Justice, Republic of Korea (K-ETA Center)" }, { "url": "https://www.k-eta.go.kr/portal/board/viewboardlist.do?tmpltNm=faq2", "title": "K-ETA FAQ Q54 - hijab / religious attire (page 1)", "publisher": "Ministry of Justice, Republic of Korea (K-ETA Center)" }, { "url": "https://www.k-eta.go.kr/portal/board/viewboardlist.do?tmpltNm=faq2&category=&keyWord=&pageIndex=6", "title": "K-ETA FAQ Q4 - what is needed to apply (page 6)", "publisher": "Ministry of Justice, Republic of Korea (K-ETA Center)" } ] }, { "id": "kr-passport", "country_code": "KR", "country": "South Korea", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Republic of Korea Passport (여권)", "title": "South Korea Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/south-korea/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": 413, "height_px": 531, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "35:45 (7:9)", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 500, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 32, "max": 36 }, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Neutral: mouth closed (no teeth), no smile, no squinting or raised eyebrows; head centred, face and shoulders facing front; no head tilt; no close-up shots.", "glasses": "No cosmetic/colour/circle lenses, tinted glasses or sunglasses; no reflection on glasses; frames must not cover the eyes; no red-eye; catchlights allowed only if they don't affect pupil shape/colour.", "head_covering": "No hats, headbands or head coverings; religious attire allowed only if worn daily in everyday life and the whole face (forehead to chin) is visible. Neck-covering clothes OK if the face outline is not hidden. No earphones/headphones; earrings must not reflect or hide the face outline.", "children": "Same standards as adults; no toys or guardians visible; newborns/infants (36 months or younger) may have the mouth slightly open.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.passport.go.kr/home/kor/contents.do?menuPos=32", "title": "여권사진 규격 안내 (2022.10 개정)", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Korea (외교부 여권안내)" }, { "url": "https://www.passport.go.kr/home/kor/contents.do?menuPos=12", "title": "온라인용 사진파일 안내", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Korea (외교부 여권안내)" }, { "url": "https://www.passport.go.kr/home/kor/contents.do?menuPos=2", "title": "최초여권발급 (구비서류: 여권용 사진 1매, 6개월 이내)", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Korea" } ] }, { "id": "kr-arc", "country_code": "KR", "country": "South Korea", "document_type": "residence_permit", "document": "Korean Residence Card / Alien Registration Card (외국인등록증)", "title": "South Korea Residence Card (ARC) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/south-korea/arc-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": { "min": 25, "max": 35 }, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": { "min": 22, "max": 32 }, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Natural expression with mouth closed (no open mouth, laughing or frowning); face oriented forward, not tilted.", "glasses": "No sunglasses; frames must not obscure the pupils (no thick frames); no coloured lenses; no red-eye.", "head_covering": "Both ears must be visible; hats or mufflers must not be worn.", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.hikorea.go.kr/info/InfoDatail.pt?CAT_SEQ=182&PARENT_ID=139", "title": "외국인 등록증 표준 사진규격 (Information on photo size for alien registration)", "publisher": "Ministry of Justice, Korea Immigration Service (HiKorea)" }, { "url": "https://www.hikorea.go.kr/info/InfoDatail.pt?CAT_SEQ=178&PARENT_ID=139", "title": "외국인등록증 발급/재발급/교부", "publisher": "HiKorea" } ] }, { "id": "kr-resident-registration-card", "country_code": "KR", "country": "South Korea", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "Korean Resident Registration Card (주민등록증)", "title": "South Korea Resident Registration Card Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/south-korea/resident-registration-card-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": "Frontal photo (non-frontal photos can be refused).", "glasses": "No tinted glasses (sunglasses) and eyes must not be closed (except visually impaired).", "head_covering": "No hat or eye patch; no bandages/plasters on the face.", "children": "Issued from age 17; no child-specific rules.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.law.go.kr/법령/주민등록법시행령", "title": "주민등록법 시행령 제36조 제3항 (사진: 6개월 이내, 가로 3.5cm 세로 4.5cm, 모자 등을 쓰지 않은 상반신)", "publisher": "Korea Ministry of Government Legislation (국가법령정보센터)" }, { "url": "https://www.law.go.kr/법령/주민등록법시행규칙", "title": "주민등록법 시행규칙 제9조 (주민등록증 발급용 사진의 보완)", "publisher": "Korea Ministry of Government Legislation (국가법령정보센터)" } ] }, { "id": "kr-visa", "country_code": "KR", "country": "South Korea", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Korean Visa (embassy/consulate application, e-Visa, Visa Issuance Certificate)", "title": "South Korea Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/south-korea/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": "Not specified on the visa portal.", "glasses": "Not specified on the visa portal.", "head_covering": "Not specified on the visa portal.", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.visa.go.kr/openPage.do?MENU_ID=10105", "title": "Korea Visa Portal - 신청절차 (MENU_ID=10105)", "publisher": "Ministry of Justice, Republic of Korea" }, { "url": "https://www.visa.go.kr/openPage.do?MENU_ID=10201", "title": "Korea Visa Portal - 전자비자(개인) (MENU_ID=10201)", "publisher": "Ministry of Justice, Republic of Korea" } ] }, { "id": "es-dni", "country_code": "ES", "country": "Spain", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "Documento Nacional de Identidad (DNI)", "title": "Spain DNI (ID Card) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/spain/dni-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 26, "height_mm": 32, "width_in": 1.02, "height_in": 1.26, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "frontal; eyes open (no explicit expression rule on official page)", "glasses": "prescription glasses allowed if eyes visible; no dark lenses (dark glasses allowed only for blind persons or serious permanent eye defect, if habitually worn)", "head_covering": "religious or medical head covering allowed if the whole face oval from hairline to chin (forehead, eyebrows, eyes, nose, mouth) is uncovered; hair accessories must be discreet", "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": 24, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.dnielectronico.es/PortalDNIe/PRF1_Cons02.action?pag=REF_410", "title": "DNI - Primera inscripción (RD 255/2025)", "publisher": "dnielectronico.es (Policía Nacional / Ministerio del Interior)" }, { "url": "https://www.dnielectronico.es/PortalDNIe/PRF1_Cons02.action?pag=REF_420", "title": "Renovación del DNI (RD 255/2025)", "publisher": "dnielectronico.es (Policía Nacional)" }, { "url": "https://www.dnielectronico.es/PortalDNIe/PRF1_Cons02.action?pag=REF_1002", "title": "Preguntas frecuentes - Obtención y renovación", "publisher": "dnielectronico.es (Policía Nacional)" } ] }, { "id": "es-passport", "country_code": "ES", "country": "Spain", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Pasaporte español", "title": "Spain Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/spain/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 26, "height_mm": 32, "width_in": 1.02, "height_in": 1.26, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "frontal (no explicit expression rule on official page)", "glasses": "no dark-lens glasses; 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smiling is not prohibited.", "glasses": "Eyes clearly visible; no reflection; no tinted glasses, coloured contacts or pupil-enlarging lenses (visually impaired excepted); frames must not cover the eyes; avoid thick frames.", "head_covering": "No hat. Religious headscarf allowed if features from chin to top of forehead and both face sides are clearly shown.", "children": "Only the applicant may appear (no chair back, toys or other people).", "max_photo_age_months": 24, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.ris.gov.tw/documents/html/5/3/187.html", "title": "國民身分證相片規格", "publisher": "Department of Household Registration, Ministry of the Interior, R.O.C. (Taiwan)" }, { "url": "https://www.ris.gov.tw/app/portal/765", "title": "國民身分證影像上傳", "publisher": "Department of Household Registration, MOI (Taiwan)" } ] }, { "id": "tw-passport", "country_code": "TW", "country": "Taiwan", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Republic of China (Taiwan) Passport (晶片護照)", "title": "Taiwan Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/taiwan/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": 413, "height_px": 531, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "35:45 (7:9)", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 5000, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 32, "max": 36 }, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Eyes looking at the lens, both open; natural, not exaggerated expression, mouth closed (no teeth) - exception for physiological reasons.", "glasses": "Eyes clearly visible, no flash reflection, no tinted glasses (except visually impaired); frames must not cover any part of the eyes (avoid thick frames); no coloured contact lenses or pupil-enlarging lenses.", "head_covering": "No hat. Religious headscarf allowed if facial features from bottom of chin to top of forehead and both sides of the face are clearly shown.", "children": "Infant photos must show only the applicant (no chair back, toys, pacifier, other people or helper's hands).", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.boca.gov.tw/np-25-1.html", "title": "晶片護照照片規格 (2025-08-29)", "publisher": "Bureau of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, R.O.C. (Taiwan)" }, { "url": "https://www.boca.gov.tw/np-418-1.html", "title": "有條件式線上申換護照專區", "publisher": "Bureau of Consular Affairs, MOFA (Taiwan)" } ] }, { "id": "tw-arc", "country_code": "TW", "country": "Taiwan", "document_type": "residence_permit", "document": "Taiwan Alien Resident Certificate (ARC, 外僑居留證) / Employment Gold Card / Employment PASS card", "title": "Taiwan Resident Certificate (ARC) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/taiwan/arc-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": null, "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 512, "formats": [ "jpeg", "png", "bmp" ] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 32, "max": 36 }, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Natural, mouth closed (per National ID spec).", "glasses": "No tinted glasses/coloured contacts; frames must not cover the eyes (per National ID spec).", "head_covering": "No hat; religious headscarf allowed if the face from chin to forehead and both sides are clearly shown (per National ID spec).", "children": "Only the applicant may appear (per National ID spec). Separate procedure for foreign newborns born in Taiwan.", "max_photo_age_months": 24, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.immigration.gov.tw/5385/7244/7250/7317/居留/29996/", "title": "外國人申請居留及延期居留或變更居留原因送件須知", "publisher": "National Immigration Agency, R.O.C. (Taiwan)" }, { "url": "https://www.immigration.gov.tw/5385/7244/7250/7317/居留/httpswwwimmigrationgovtw5385724472507317居留/", "title": "外國專業人才及其配偶子女線上申請及延期就業PASS卡或外僑居留證或辦理變更登記送件須知", "publisher": "National Immigration Agency, R.O.C. (Taiwan)" }, { "url": "https://www.immigration.gov.tw/5385/7244/7250/7317/居留/362168/", "title": "外國學生與僑生線上申請居留或延期居留及異動登記送件須知", "publisher": "National Immigration Agency, R.O.C. (Taiwan)" }, { "url": "https://www.ris.gov.tw/documents/html/5/3/187.html", "title": "國民身分證相片規格", "publisher": "Department of Household Registration, Ministry of the Interior, R.O.C. (Taiwan)" } ] }, { "id": "tw-visa", "country_code": "TW", "country": "Taiwan", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Taiwan (R.O.C.) Visitor Visa / eVisa", "title": "Taiwan Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/taiwan/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Not specified on the visa page.", "glasses": "Not specified on the visa page.", "head_covering": "Not specified on the visa page.", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-400-76-e701b-1.html", "title": "外籍人士來台觀光申請停留簽證手續說明", "publisher": "Bureau of Consular Affairs, MOFA (Taiwan)" }, { "url": "https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-384-7203-54e31-1.html", "title": "電子簽證", "publisher": "Bureau of Consular Affairs, MOFA (Taiwan)" } ] }, { "id": "th-passport", "country_code": "TH", "country": "Thailand", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Thai passport (e-passport) - Department of Consular Affairs / Royal Thai Embassies", "title": "Thailand Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/thailand/passport-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "low", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://consular.mfa.go.th/", "title": "Department of Consular Affairs", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand" } ] }, { "id": "th-visa", "country_code": "TH", "country": "Thailand", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Thai e-Visa (thaievisa.go.th)", "title": "Thailand Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/thailand/visa-photo/", "print": null, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": null, "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 3000, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": { "min": 70, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Neutral expression, mouth closed, looking straight at the camera with your face centred.", "glasses": "Both eyes must be visible, with no glare from glasses, and no sunglasses, tinted lenses, frames or hair covering them. Some embassies ask applicants not to wear glasses, so taking them off is the safe choice.", "head_covering": "A headscarf is acceptable if your full face is visible; face veils, caps, beanies and hats are not.", "children": "Not specified.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-07", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.thaievisa.go.th/", "title": "Thai e-Visa portal - photo upload component and guideline strings (live JS bundle)", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand" }, { "url": "https://thaievisa.go.th/static/English-Manual.pdf", "title": "Guide to Thailand E-Visa Application (English manual, PDF dated 2025-08-29), section 3.2 Upload your photograph", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand" }, { "url": "https://www.thaievisa.go.th/assets/sample-photo.QTFKwpFi.pdf", "title": "Thai e-Visa example photograph sheet (linked from the portal)", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand" }, { "url": "https://london.thaiembassy.org/en/page/visa-general-information?menu=64cd03802f080d54bb16df93", "title": "Visa General Information - photograph specifications (edited 2026-09-08)", "publisher": "Royal Thai Embassy, London" }, { "url": "https://www.thaiembassy.at/en/content_page/item/1154-guide-to-visa-photo-requirements.html", "title": "Guide to Visa Photo Requirements", "publisher": "Royal Thai Embassy, Vienna" }, { "url": "https://image.mfa.go.th/mfa/0/eb9u2bRVs7/VISA/2025/FAQs_on_Thailand_s_e-visa/FAQs_on_Thailand.pdf", "title": "Thailand's E-Visa System in Pakistan (FAQ PDF, March 2025)", "publisher": "Royal Thai Embassy, Islamabad" }, { "url": "https://image.mfa.go.th/mfa/0/i5u3xdVC4S/Visa/evisa-common-mistake.pdf", "title": "Common Mistakes in Applying for Thai e-Visas (PDF, Feb 2025)", "publisher": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand (mission document)" } ] }, { "id": "tr-id-card", "country_code": "TR", "country": "Türkiye", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "T.C. Kimlik Kartı (Turkish national ID card)", "title": "Türkiye ID Card Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/turkey/id-card-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 50, "height_mm": 60, "width_in": 1.97, "height_in": 2.36, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "neutral, eyes open, looking straight at the camera", "glasses": "clear prescription glasses allowed; no tinted lenses or sunglasses; no reflections on lenses; frame must not cover eyes or be so thick it covers them", "head_covering": "no hats/caps; headscarf (başörtüsü) allowed if face visible from chin tip to forehead with no shadows on face", "children": "Newborn ID card: no photo. Under 15: photo optional (ages 7-14 it is the parent's choice to put a photo on the card). 15-18 and adults: 1 biometric photo taken within 6 months. Small children: no other persons/objects in photo.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "lab_print_only", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.nvi.gov.tr/istanbul/biyometrik-fotograf-nasil-olmalidir", "title": "Biyometrik Fotoğraf Özellikleri (NVİ İstanbul İl Müdürlüğü)", "publisher": "nvi.gov.tr" }, { "url": "https://nvi.gov.tr/konya/kimlikkarti", "title": "Kimlik Kartı (Başvuru, Gerekli Belgeler, Randevu ve Süreç) — Konya İl Nüfus", "publisher": "nvi.gov.tr" } ] }, { "id": "tr-passport", "country_code": "TR", "country": "Türkiye", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Umuma Mahsus Pasaport (Turkish ordinary passport)", "title": "Türkiye Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/turkey/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 50, "height_mm": 60, "width_in": 1.97, "height_in": 2.36, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "neutral, eyes open, looking straight at the camera", "glasses": "clear prescription glasses allowed; no tinted lenses or sunglasses; no reflections on lenses; frame must not cover eyes or be so thick it covers them", "head_covering": "no hats/caps; headscarf (başörtüsü) allowed if face visible from chin tip to forehead with no shadows on face", "children": "Biometric photo required for every age group (NVİ FAQ). Small children: no other persons or objects in the photo. Biometric data taken from age 7, signature from 12.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "lab_print_only", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.nvi.gov.tr/sss-pasaport-hizmetleri", "title": "Pasaport Hizmetleri Sıkça Sorulan Sorular", "publisher": "nvi.gov.tr" }, { "url": "https://www.nvi.gov.tr/istanbul/biyometrik-fotograf-nasil-olmalidir", "title": "Biyometrik Fotoğraf Özellikleri (NVİ İstanbul İl Müdürlüğü)", "publisher": "nvi.gov.tr" } ] }, { "id": "tr-residence-permit", "country_code": "TR", "country": "Türkiye", "document_type": "residence_permit", "document": "İkamet İzni (Turkish residence permit, Göç İdaresi / e-İkamet)", "title": "Türkiye Residence Permit Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/turkey/residence-permit-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 50, "height_mm": 60, "width_in": 1.97, "height_in": 2.36, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": { "min": 32, "max": 36 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": 53, "max": 60 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "neutral, mouth closed, no smile, head upright not turned", "glasses": "clear glasses only; no reflections, no tinted/sunglasses, frame must not cover eyes", "head_covering": "headscarf allowed if face visible chin to forehead, no shadows, scarf colour different from background; no hats", "children": "Small children: no other persons or objects in the photo.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "lab_print_only", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr/Ikamet/BasvuruIstenenBelgeler/BasvuruFormuIstenenBelgeler?tur=5", "title": "Öğrenci İkamet İzni Başvurularında İstenen Belgeler (PDF)", "publisher": "goc.gov.tr" }, { "url": "https://mersin.goc.gov.tr/ikamet-izni-icin-basvuru-yapacaklarin-dikkatine", "title": "İkamet İzni İçin Başvuru Yapacakların Dikkatine — Mersin İl Göç İdaresi", "publisher": "goc.gov.tr" }, { "url": "https://yalova.goc.gov.tr/ikamet-basvurusunda-fotograf-kullanimi-hakkinda", "title": "İkamet Başvurusunda Fotoğraf Kullanımı Hakkında — Yalova İl Göç İdaresi", "publisher": "goc.gov.tr" }, { "url": "https://www.sis.itu.edu.tr/TR/ogrenci/uluslararasi-ogrenci/oturmaiznifiles/ICAO.pdf", "title": "İkamet izni fotoğraf özellikleri (ICAO.pdf, copy of Göç İdaresi guidance hosted by ITU)", "publisher": "itu.edu.tr" } ] }, { "id": "ua-id-card", "country_code": "UA", "country": "Ukraine", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "Паспорт громадянина України у формі ID-картки", "title": "Ukraine ID Card Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/ukraine/id-card-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": "Person unable to move independently (long-term illness) or held in closed institutions: additional 10x15 cm photo submitted for scanning.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "not_applicable", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://guide.diia.gov.ua/register/00023/oformlennia-i-vydacha-pasporta-hromadianyna-ukrainy-z-bezkontaktnym-elektronnym-nosiiem-vpershe-pislia-dosiahnennia-14-richnoho--adc0873e-3f8b-4f43-aa58-82b48c3e25df", "title": "Оформлення і видача паспорта громадянина України з безконтактним електронним носієм вперше після досягнення 14 років (послуга 00023)", "publisher": "guide.diia.gov.ua" } ] }, { "id": "ua-passport", "country_code": "UA", "country": "Ukraine", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Паспорт громадянина України для виїзду за кордон (biometric international passport)", "title": "Ukraine International Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/ukraine/passport-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": "Child under 12 or a person unable to move independently (urgent treatment abroad, with medical conclusion): one 10x15 cm photo is submitted and scanned into the Register (must meet MVS order No. 875 of 18.10.2019).", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "not_applicable", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://guide.diia.gov.ua/register/00027/oformlennia-i-vydacha-pasporta-hromadianyna-ukrainy-dlia-vyizdu-za-kordon-z-bezkontaktnym-elektronnym-nosiiem-2c06c141-616d-4e09-8661-a293b6b0ee25", "title": "Оформлення і видача паспорта громадянина України для виїзду за кордон з безконтактним електронним носієм (послуга 00027)", "publisher": "guide.diia.gov.ua" } ] }, { "id": "ae-emirates-id", "country_code": "AE", "country": "United Arab Emirates", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "Emirates ID card (residents, citizens, GCC nationals)", "title": "UAE Emirates ID Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/uae/emirates-id-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": 600, "max_px": 1200, "aspect": "1:1", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 2048, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": { "min": 70, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible (no hair across eyes), looking straight at the camera; head straight, square to the camera, not tilted or turned (both edges of the face visible).", "glasses": "Hats and sunglasses not allowed; only medical (prescription) glasses permitted, provided they do not cover the eyes. No tinted lenses, no flash reflection on lenses; frames must not cover any part of the eyes; avoid heavy frames.", "head_covering": "Hats/caps not allowed. Head coverings only for religious reasons (ICP photo PDF); facial features from bottom of chin to top of forehead and both edges of the face must be clearly shown.", "children": "Child must be alone in the frame (no chair backs, toys or other people visible), eyes open, neutral expression, mouth closed. ICP newborn services ask for a coloured personal photo with a white background.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://icp.gov.ae/wp-content/themes/ica_v3/assets/images/servicesGuideEN2024.pdf", "title": "ICP Services Guide 2024 (EN) – passport, entry permit, residence & ID card service cards", "publisher": "Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP)" }, { "url": "https://icp.gov.ae/en/faq/", "title": "ICP FAQ – 'What are the approved photo standards at the Authority?' and passport/ID card photo answers", "publisher": "ICP" }, { "url": "https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/languages/home/en.json", "title": "ICP Smart Services UI strings (personalPhotoWorningMessage etc.)", "publisher": "ICP Smart Services" }, { "url": "https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/config.js", "title": "ICP Smart Services client config (attachmentMaxSize, imageAttachmentAllowedTypes)", "publisher": "ICP Smart Services" }, { "url": "https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/emirates-id", "title": "Emirates ID – fingerprint and signature procedures for 15+", "publisher": "UAE Government portal (u.ae)" } ] }, { "id": "ae-passport", "country_code": "AE", "country": "United Arab Emirates", "document_type": "passport", "document": "UAE passport (Emirati citizens – issue, renewal, renewal from abroad)", "title": "UAE Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/uae/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": 600, "max_px": 1200, "aspect": "1:1", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 2048, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": { "min": 70, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible (no hair across eyes), looking straight at the camera; head straight, square to the camera, not tilted or turned (both edges of the face visible).", "glasses": "Hats and sunglasses not allowed; only medical (prescription) glasses permitted, provided they do not cover the eyes. No tinted lenses, no flash reflection on lenses; frames must not cover any part of the eyes; avoid heavy frames.", "head_covering": "Hats/caps not allowed. Head coverings only for religious reasons (ICP photo PDF); facial features from bottom of chin to top of forehead and both edges of the face must be clearly shown.", "children": "Child must be alone in the frame (no chair backs, toys or other people visible), eyes open, neutral expression, mouth closed. ICP newborn services ask for a coloured personal photo with a white background. Children under 5 whose appearance changed may use the one-time 'Change of Personal Photograph' passport replacement (AED 65).", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://icp.gov.ae/wp-content/themes/ica_v3/assets/images/servicesGuideEN2024.pdf", "title": "ICP Services Guide 2024 (EN) – passport, entry permit, residence & ID card service cards", "publisher": "Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP)" }, { "url": "https://icp.gov.ae/en/faq/", "title": "ICP FAQ – 'What are the approved photo standards at the Authority?' and passport/ID card photo answers", "publisher": "ICP" }, { "url": "https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/languages/home/en.json", "title": "ICP Smart Services UI strings (personalPhotoWorningMessage etc.)", "publisher": "ICP Smart Services" }, { "url": "https://icp.gov.ae/en/services-details/?serviceid=64afe3c1035448005bd52e7a", "title": "Renewal Passport – service details", "publisher": "ICP" } ] }, { "id": "ae-residence", "country_code": "AE", "country": "United Arab Emirates", "document_type": "residence_permit", "document": "UAE residence visa / residence permit (unified residency + Emirates ID application)", "title": "UAE Residence Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/uae/residence-visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": 600, "max_px": 1200, "aspect": "1:1", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 2048, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": { "min": 70, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible (no hair across eyes), looking straight at the camera; head straight, square to the camera, not tilted or turned (both edges of the face visible).", "glasses": "Hats and sunglasses not allowed; only medical (prescription) glasses permitted, provided they do not cover the eyes. No tinted lenses, no flash reflection on lenses; frames must not cover any part of the eyes; avoid heavy frames.", "head_covering": "Hats/caps not allowed. Head coverings only for religious reasons (ICP photo PDF); facial features from bottom of chin to top of forehead and both edges of the face must be clearly shown.", "children": "Child must be alone in the frame (no chair backs, toys or other people visible), eyes open, neutral expression, mouth closed. ICP newborn services ask for a coloured personal photo with a white background.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://icp.gov.ae/wp-content/themes/ica_v3/assets/images/servicesGuideEN2024.pdf", "title": "ICP Services Guide 2024 (EN) – passport, entry permit, residence & ID card service cards", "publisher": "Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP)" }, { "url": "https://icp.gov.ae/en/faq/", "title": "ICP FAQ – 'What are the approved photo standards at the Authority?' and passport/ID card photo answers", "publisher": "ICP" }, { "url": "https://icp.gov.ae/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/icao_english.pdf", "title": "Personal Photo Specifications (PDF)", "publisher": "ICP" }, { "url": "https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/languages/home/en.json", "title": "ICP Smart Services UI strings (personalPhotoWorningMessage etc.)", "publisher": "ICP Smart Services" }, { "url": "https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/config.js", "title": "ICP Smart Services client config (attachmentMaxSize, imageAttachmentAllowedTypes)", "publisher": "ICP Smart Services" }, { "url": "https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/Visa-information/general-provisions-for-the-residence-visa", "title": "General provisions for the residence visa ('recent coloured personal photo with a white background')", "publisher": "UAE Government portal (u.ae)" } ] }, { "id": "ae-visa", "country_code": "AE", "country": "United Arab Emirates", "document_type": "visa", "document": "UAE entry permit / visit & tourist visa (ICP for Abu Dhabi, Sharjah & Northern Emirates; GDRFA for Dubai)", "title": "UAE Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/uae/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": 600, "max_px": 1200, "aspect": "1:1", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 2048, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": { "min": 70, "max": 80 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible (no hair across eyes), looking straight at the camera; head straight, square to the camera, not tilted or turned (both edges of the face visible).", "glasses": "Hats and sunglasses not allowed; only medical (prescription) glasses permitted, provided they do not cover the eyes. No tinted lenses, no flash reflection on lenses; frames must not cover any part of the eyes; avoid heavy frames.", "head_covering": "Hats/caps not allowed. Head coverings only for religious reasons (ICP photo PDF); facial features from bottom of chin to top of forehead and both edges of the face must be clearly shown.", "children": "Child must be alone in the frame (no chair backs, toys or other people visible), eyes open, neutral expression, mouth closed. 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Under 6: need not look directly at camera or have plain expression. Under 1: eyes need not be open; head may be supported by a hand that is not visible; lie on plain light-coloured sheet, photo taken from above.", "max_photo_age_months": 1, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "lab_print_only", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.gov.uk/photos-for-passports", "title": "Get a passport photo (Digital photos; Printed photos) — updated 2026-09-09", "publisher": "GOV.UK (HM Passport Office)" }, { "url": "https://www.gov.uk/apply-first-adult-passport", "title": "Apply for your first adult passport", "publisher": "GOV.UK" } ] }, { "id": "gb-visa", "country_code": "GB", "country": "United Kingdom", "document_type": "visa", "document": "UK visa (e.g. Standard Visitor) — biometric enrolment", "title": "UK Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/uk/visa-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "not_applicable", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.gov.uk/standard-visitor", "title": "Visit the UK as a Standard Visitor — Apply", "publisher": "GOV.UK" }, { "url": "https://www.gov.uk/guidance/how-to-take-a-photo-for-a-visa-application-or-permission", "title": "Take a photo of your face for a visa application or permission — updated 2026-08-04", "publisher": "GOV.UK (UK Visas and Immigration)" } ] }, { "id": "us-dv-lottery", "country_code": "US", "country": "United States", "document_type": "lottery", "document": "Diversity Visa (DV / Green Card Lottery) electronic entry photo (E-DV)", "title": "US DV Lottery Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/us/dv-lottery-photo/", "print": null, "digital": { "width_px": 600, "height_px": 600, "min_px": 600, "max_px": 600, "aspect": "1:1", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 240, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 25, "max": 35 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": 50, "max": 69 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": { "min": 28, "max": 35 }, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white", "off-white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "neutral facial expression, both eyes open, full-face view directly facing the camera", "glasses": "not allowed", "head_covering": "not allowed if it obscures hair/hairline unless worn daily for religious purpose; full face visible, no shadows", "children": "Separate individual photo required for spouse and every eligible child (unmarried, under 21), same specs; baby on white sheet or white-covered car seat, no other person in photo, eyes open.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "not_applicable", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/photos.html", "title": "Photo Requirements (U.S. Visas)", "publisher": "travel.state.gov (U.S. Department of State)" }, { "url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/dam/visas/Diversity-Visa/DV-Instructions-Translations/DV-2026-Instructions-Translations/DV%202026%20Plain%20Language%20Instructions%20and%20FAQs.pdf", "title": "DV-2026 Plain Language Instructions and FAQs (PDF) — 'Submitting a Digital Photograph'", "publisher": "travel.state.gov (U.S. Department of State)" }, { "url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/diversity-visa-program-entry/diversity-visa-instructions.html", "title": "Diversity Visa Program Instructions page", "publisher": "travel.state.gov (U.S. Department of State)" } ] }, { "id": "us-uscis-green-card-ead", "country_code": "US", "country": "United States", "document_type": "residence_permit", "document": "USCIS paper filings needing passport-style photos (I-485 green card/adjustment, I-765 EAD, I-131 travel documents, etc.)", "title": "US Green Card & EAD Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/us/green-card-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 50.8, "height_mm": 50.8, "width_in": 2, "height_in": 2, "defined_in": "in" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": { "min": 25, "max": 35 }, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": { "min": 28, "max": 35 }, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white", "off-white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "full face, frontal view (no expression wording in instructions)", "glasses": null, "head_covering": "head must be bare unless headwear is required by religious denomination", "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/i-485instr.pdf", "title": "Form I-485 Instructions (edition 09/18/26) — Photographs", "publisher": "uscis.gov" }, { "url": "https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/i-765instr.pdf", "title": "Form I-765 Instructions (edition 08/21/25) — C. Photographs", "publisher": "uscis.gov" }, { "url": "https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/i-131instr.pdf", "title": "Form I-131 Instructions (edition 01/20/25) — photographs, 3.5 MP note", "publisher": "uscis.gov" } ] }, { "id": "us-uscis-naturalization", "country_code": "US", "country": "United States", "document_type": "citizenship", "document": "USCIS Naturalization (Form N-400)", "title": "US Naturalization (N-400) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/us/naturalization-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 50.8, "height_mm": 50.8, "width_in": 2, "height_in": 2, "defined_in": "in" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": { "min": 25, "max": 35 }, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": { "min": 28, "max": 35 }, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white", "off-white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "full face, frontal view", "glasses": null, "head_covering": "bare head unless religious headwear required", "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/n-400instr.pdf", "title": "Form N-400 Instructions (edition 01/20/25) — Biometric Services Appointment; Photograph Requirements for Applicants Residing Outside the United States", "publisher": "uscis.gov" } ] }, { "id": "us-passport", "country_code": "US", "country": "United States", "document_type": "passport", "document": "U.S. Passport book / passport card (paper DS-11 / DS-82 and online renewal)", "title": "US Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/us/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 50.8, "height_mm": 50.8, "width_in": 2, "height_in": 2, "defined_in": "in" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": null, "min_kb": 54, "max_kb": 10000, "formats": [ "jpeg", "png", "heic", "heif" ] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 25, "max": 35 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": 50, "max": 69 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": { "min": 28, "max": 35 }, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white", "off-white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "neutral expression or natural (unexaggerated) smile, mouth closed; online page adds 'avoid showing teeth'; both eyes open, irises visible", "glasses": "not allowed (only with signed doctor's statement for medical reasons; frames must not cover eyes, no glare)", "head_covering": "not allowed unless worn daily for religious or medical reasons (signed statement for paper applications); full face visible, no shadows; one colour, no pattern, no small holes", "children": "Child alone in photo; no other person (parent's hands/face must not be visible); plain white/off-white sheet or covered car seat; infants' eyes may be partly closed; head may be discreetly supported; neutral expression, full face visible.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/passports/apply/help/photos.html", "title": "Passport Photos (U.S. Passports)", "publisher": "travel.state.gov (U.S. Department of State)" }, { "url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/passports/renew-replace/online/upload-digital-photo.html", "title": "Uploading a Digital Photo (Renew Online) — last updated May 04, 2026", "publisher": "travel.state.gov (U.S. Department of State)" }, { "url": "https://fam.state.gov/fam/08fam/08fam040201.html", "title": "8 FAM 402.1 Passport Photographs (CT:CITZ-136; 01-12-2026)", "publisher": "U.S. Department of State — Foreign Affairs Manual" }, { "url": "https://eforms.state.gov/Forms/ds11_pdf.PDF", "title": "Form DS-11 Application for a U.S. Passport (04-2025) — instructions, section 3 'A recent color photograph'", "publisher": "U.S. Department of State" } ] }, { "id": "us-visa", "country_code": "US", "country": "United States", "document_type": "visa", "document": "U.S. Nonimmigrant Visa (DS-160 / DS-1648 digital upload) and Immigrant Visa (DS-260 printed photos)", "title": "US Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/us/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 50.8, "height_mm": 50.8, "width_in": 2, "height_in": 2, "defined_in": "in" }, "digital": { "width_px": 600, "height_px": 600, "min_px": 600, "max_px": 1200, "aspect": "1:1", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 240, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": { "min": 25, "max": 35 }, "head_height_pct": { "min": 50, "max": 69 }, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": { "min": 28, "max": 35 }, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white", "off-white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "neutral facial expression, both eyes open, full-face view directly facing the camera", "glasses": "not allowed since 1 Nov 2016 except rare medical cases with signed medical statement", "head_covering": "not allowed if it obscures hair/hairline unless worn daily for religious purpose; full face visible, no shadows", "children": "No other person in the photo; child looking at camera with eyes open; baby can lie on plain white/off-white sheet or sit in a car seat covered with a white sheet; no shadows on face.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/photos.html", "title": "Photo Requirements (U.S. Visas)", "publisher": "travel.state.gov (U.S. Department of State)" }, { "url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/photos/digital-image-requirements.html", "title": "Digital Image Requirements (U.S. Visas)", "publisher": "travel.state.gov (U.S. Department of State)" }, { "url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/photos/photo-composition-template.html", "title": "Photo Composition Template (U.S. Visas)", "publisher": "travel.state.gov (U.S. Department of State)" } ] }, { "id": "uz-evisa", "country_code": "UZ", "country": "Uzbekistan", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Uzbekistan e-Visa (e-visa.gov.uz)", "title": "Uzbekistan e-Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/uzbekistan/e-visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 35, "height_mm": 45, "width_in": 1.38, "height_in": 1.77, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "35:45 (7:9)", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 1024, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "plain light or white" ], "hex": null }, "expression": "Neutral expression, facing the camera, as in the official example.", "glasses": "Not specified beyond the ICAO standard.", "head_covering": "Not specified beyond the ICAO standard.", "children": null, "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-07", "sources": [ { "url": "https://e-visa.gov.uz/assets/localization/en.json", "title": "Uzbekistan e-Visa portal - English UI strings (PHOTOS_INFO, ERROR_BIG_PHOTO, ICAO rule)", "publisher": "Official e-Visa portal of the Republic of Uzbekistan (e-visa.gov.uz)" }, { "url": "https://e-visa.gov.uz/assets/localization/ru.json", "title": "Uzbekistan e-Visa portal - Russian UI strings", "publisher": "Official e-Visa portal of the Republic of Uzbekistan (e-visa.gov.uz)" }, { "url": "https://e-visa.gov.uz/main.6e883db4baa3e8ac4d3a.bundle.js", "title": "Uzbekistan e-Visa portal - application JS bundle (file checks)", "publisher": "Official e-Visa portal of the Republic of Uzbekistan (e-visa.gov.uz)" }, { "url": "https://e-visa.gov.uz/assets/img/photo-example.jpg", "title": "Uzbekistan e-Visa portal - official photo/passport example image", "publisher": "Official e-Visa portal of the Republic of Uzbekistan (e-visa.gov.uz)" } ] }, { "id": "vn-id-card", "country_code": "VN", "country": "Vietnam", "document_type": "id_card", "document": "Vietnamese Identity Card (thẻ căn cước, formerly CCCD)", "title": "Vietnam ID Card (Căn cước) Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/vietnam/id-card-photo/", "print": null, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [], "hex": null }, "expression": null, "glasses": null, "head_covering": null, "children": "Biometrics (fingerprints, face photo, iris) are collected only from age 6+; under-6 cards can be requested online by a guardian without biometrics.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": false, "photo_capture": "office", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://dichvucong.bocongan.gov.vn/bocongan/bothutuc/tthc?matt=26094", "title": "Cấp đổi thẻ căn cước (thực hiện tại cấp tỉnh)", "publisher": "Bộ Công an (Ministry of Public Security)" } ] }, { "id": "vn-passport", "country_code": "VN", "country": "Vietnam", "document_type": "passport", "document": "Vietnamese ordinary passport (hộ chiếu phổ thông) issued in Vietnam - Immigration Department (Cục Quản lý xuất nhập cảnh)", "title": "Vietnam Passport Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/vietnam/passport-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 40, "height_mm": 60, "width_in": 1.57, "height_in": 2.36, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": null, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Face looking straight (mặt nhìn thẳng), clear face.", "glasses": "Not allowed (không đeo kính).", "head_covering": "Bareheaded (đầu để trần); both ears must be visible (rõ hai tai).", "children": "Under-14 use form TK01a, signed by legal representative; same photo rule.", "max_photo_age_months": 6, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "medium", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://dichvucong.bocongan.gov.vn/bocongan/bothutuc/tthc?matt=29497", "title": "Cấp hộ chiếu phổ thông ở trong nước (thực hiện tại cấp tỉnh)", "publisher": "Bộ Công an (Ministry of Public Security)" }, { "url": "https://dichvucong.bocongan.gov.vn/bocongan/bothutuc/tthc?matt=26270", "title": "Cấp hộ chiếu phổ thông ở trong nước (thực hiện tại cấp trung ương)", "publisher": "Bộ Công an (Ministry of Public Security)" } ] }, { "id": "vn-visa", "country_code": "VN", "country": "Vietnam", "document_type": "visa", "document": "Vietnam e-Visa (evisa.gov.vn / thithucdientu.gov.vn)", "title": "Vietnam Visa Photo", "page_url": "https://ovalight.com/en/vietnam/visa-photo/", "print": { "width_mm": 40, "height_mm": 60, "width_in": 1.57, "height_in": 2.36, "defined_in": "mm" }, "digital": { "width_px": null, "height_px": null, "min_px": null, "max_px": null, "aspect": "2:3", "min_kb": null, "max_kb": 2048, "formats": [ "jpeg" ] }, "head_height_mm": null, "head_height_pct": null, "eye_line_from_bottom_mm": null, "top_margin_mm": null, "background": { "allowed": [ "white" ], "hex": "#FFFFFF" }, "expression": "Face looking straight.", "glasses": "Not allowed (no glasses).", "head_covering": "No hat.", "children": "Children included in the parent's passport need their own portrait photo upload; children with their own passport must apply separately.", "max_photo_age_months": null, "home_photo_accepted": true, "photo_capture": "self", "print_requirement": "photo_paper_recommended", "confidence": "high", "verified_on": "2026-10-03", "sources": [ { "url": "https://evisa.gov.vn/", "title": "Vietnam National Electronic Visa system (portal UI text)", "publisher": "Vietnam Immigration Department, Ministry of Public Security" }, { "url": "https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/", "title": "Notice of new e-Visa domains (from 11/11/2024)", "publisher": "Vietnam Immigration Department" } ] } ] }