US Passport Photo
We take US Passport photos that comply with the current standards for photo submissions, see below for details. Includes 8- 2" x 2" prints and digital file
Pose and Expression
- Have a neutral facial expression or a natural smile, with both eyes open.
- Face the camera directly with full face in view.
- Note to parents of young children: we have sample photos in the Photo Examples section below with tips for submitting a baby's passport photo. We realize that an infant's pose and expression are challenging to maintain for a photo.
Attire
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You cannot wear glasses.
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If you cannot remove your glasses for medical reasons, please include a signed note from your doctor with application.
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Taken in clothing normally worn on a daily basis.
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You cannot wear a uniform, clothing that looks like a uniform, or camouflage attire.
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You cannot wear a hat or head covering.
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If you wear a hat or head covering for religious purposes, submit a signed statement that verifies that the hat or head covering in your photo is part of traditional religious attire worn continuously in public.
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If you wear a hat or head covering for medical purposes, submit a signed doctor's statement verifying the hat or head covering in your photo is used daily for medical purposes.
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Your full face must be visible and your hat or head covering cannot cast shadows or cover up part of your face.
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You cannot wear headphones or wireless hands-free devices.
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You can wear jewelry and keep on your facial piercings as long as they do not hide your face. Permanent tattoos are acceptable for passport purposes as well.
We take US Passport photos that comply with the current standards for photo submissions, see below for details. Includes 8- 2" x 2" prints and digital file
Pose and Expression
- Have a neutral facial expression or a natural smile, with both eyes open.
- Face the camera directly with full face in view.
- Note to parents of young children: we have sample photos in the Photo Examples section below with tips for submitting a baby's passport photo. We realize that an infant's pose and expression are challenging to maintain for a photo.
Attire
-
You cannot wear glasses.
-
If you cannot remove your glasses for medical reasons, please include a signed note from your doctor with application.
-
-
Taken in clothing normally worn on a daily basis.
-
You cannot wear a uniform, clothing that looks like a uniform, or camouflage attire.
-
You cannot wear a hat or head covering.
-
If you wear a hat or head covering for religious purposes, submit a signed statement that verifies that the hat or head covering in your photo is part of traditional religious attire worn continuously in public.
-
If you wear a hat or head covering for medical purposes, submit a signed doctor's statement verifying the hat or head covering in your photo is used daily for medical purposes.
-
Your full face must be visible and your hat or head covering cannot cast shadows or cover up part of your face.
-
-
You cannot wear headphones or wireless hands-free devices.
-
You can wear jewelry and keep on your facial piercings as long as they do not hide your face. Permanent tattoos are acceptable for passport purposes as well.