How Many Photos Do You Need For A Passport?

You must provide

one photo

with your passport application. All our photo policies apply to both adults and children under age 16. We have a few exceptions to our photo policies for infants.

Why do I need 2 photos for passport?

Why you might want to carry extra passport photos

The first and most important reason you might want to carry extra passport photos is

so that you have them on hand if your passport is stolen and you have to get a replacement quickly

.

Can I send in multiple photos for passport?

First of all,

only one photo is required

. Previously, two passport photos were required. This is no longer the rule. When affixing passport photo to Form DS-82, you should to the following.

Can I take my own picture for a passport?

Yes, it's quick and easy to take your passport photo at home

. You'll need a white background in a well-lit area plus a friend to take the photo for you. You can then upload it to get the correct size and order prints online or get prints from your local store.

What are the rules for passport photos?

• be facing forwards and looking straight at the camera.
• have a plain expression and your mouth closed.
• have your eyes open and visible.
• not have hair in front of your eyes.
• not have a head covering (unless it's for religious or medical reasons)
• not have anything covering your face.

Do I need photos for passport?

A duly completed passport application Form DHA-73. Your original SA identity document and a copy thereof.

Two colour photographs that comply with the Passport and ID Photograph Specifications

(NOT needed at smartcard offices as ID images are captured digitally)

Can I wear earrings in passport photo?

The likes of necklaces and earrings are acceptable

, as well as piercings on your face. You usually will not be required to remove these items to obtain a satisfactory passport picture, so it's up to you whether you choose to wear them or not when taking your passport picture.

Can you use old photo for passport?

This is confirmed on the Gov.uk website: “

You must get a new photo when you get a new passport

.” This is true even if “your appearance hasn't changed”, says the guidance. A single copy isn't enough: you must send in two identical photos for your passport application.

Can you smile in a passport photo?

Face centred and looking at the camera straight on; not tilted in any direction. Hair off your face, so that the edges of your face are visible. Eyes open, mouth closed. Neutral expression (

not smiling, laughing or frowning)

Why do passport photos get rejected?

Photos can be rejected if they are

overexposed or underexposed

. Removing red-eye from passport photos is the digital alterations allowed. The photo should be high-resolution and not too grainy or pixelated. No selfies are allowed.

Are passport photos OK?

Your body and face should be pointing forward and you should be looking straight ahead. Your facial expression must be neutral and you must keep your mouth closed. You should pose for your photo without a hat or glasses unless your glasses cannot be removed for medical reasons.

Do passport photos have to be exactly 2×2?

Ensure you have the correct passport photo size

Beyond the compositional requirements, a passport photo has its own set of physical requirements as well. The photo itself must be:

2 inches by 2 inches (51mm by 51mm) in size

.

printed on photo quality paper (either matte or glossy)

Can you take a passport photo with an Iphone?

Can I take a passport photo with my Iphone?

Yes, you can use your iPhone, Android device, or other smartphone to take your passport photo

. Make sure you follow all guidelines when taking the photo to include a white background, good lighting, and a friend for assistance (selfies are not allowed).

How do I take 2×2 photos on my Iphone?

How can I get a 2×2 passport photo at home?

1. Submit a color photo, taken in last 6 months.
2. Use a clear image of your face. Do not use filters commonly used on social media.
3. Have someone else take your photo. No selfies.
4. Take off your eyeglasses for your photo.
5. Use a plain white or off-white background.

Can you wear eyeliner in a passport photo?

Don't wear anything on trend, so no bright lips,

no dramatic winged eyeliner

and no fancy top knot. You can't go wrong with a natural bronze, a neutral blush, a light matte brown eyeshadow, everyday mascara (no falsies) and a ‘my lips but better' lip balm.

Do passport photos need to show ears?

It says that

passport applicants are NOT required to show their ears

. But there are a lot of other requirements. You do have to have a neutral facial expression with both eyes open. The State Department won't accept your picture if you're squinting or making another “unusual” expression.

Can you wear a hoodie in a passport photo?

Hoodies. When it comes to what you should wear for passport photos,

hoodies are also an acceptable option when taking your passport photo

.

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What color shirt should I wear for a passport photo?

Your passport photo must have a

plain white background

, so if you wear a white shirt, it may blend into the background and leave you looking like a floating head.

How do I take a passport photo at home with my phone?

All you need to do is

access the Google Play store on Android device and download the Passport Photo Online application

. The app works exactly like a photo booth that you can find at a post office. As mentioned above, the whole process takes 3 seconds, as everything works automatically.

Can you wear a nose ring on your passport photo?

Generally, yes

. The guidelines state that body piercings such as lip rings, eyebrow piercings, nose studs or small rings should not be the sole reason why a passport picture is rejected. You are, therefore, allowed to keep the piercings in as long as they don't cause any other rules to be breached.

Can my hair be in a ponytail for a passport photo?

Yes, technically, you are free to have your hair up in any form you want, as there is no legal information regulating which styles are allowed and which are forbidden. What it means is that

you are free to have your hair in a ponytail

or wear it up in a bun.

Can I have necklace in passport photo?

Yes! You can wear jewelry in your passport photo, so long as it doesn't obscure your face

. We recommend a subtle pair of studs or a simple pendant necklace. You don't want it to cause glare or be too distracting.