Photo Requirements

Photo size and aspect ratio

• Size: 35mm (width) × 45mm (height)
• Aspect ratio: 7:9 (width/height)
• Face size: The head must occupy 70-80% of the photo height (about 32-36mm from chin to top of head).

Head position and orientation

• The face must be centered and straight, without any tilt.
• Eyes must be on the horizontal line and located 23-35mm from the bottom of the photo.
• The head must be fully visible without any cropped parts (e.g., forehead or chin must not be cut off).

Facial expression and eyes

• Neutral facial expression — no smile, frown, or raised eyebrows.
• Mouth closed — teeth should not be visible.
• Eyes open and clearly visible, looking directly at the camera.
• No red-eye effect or glare on glasses.

Glasses, headwear, and accessories

• Glasses are allowed but must not cause glare or reflection; no dark or tinted lenses.
• Headwear is not allowed, except for religious or medical reasons (must not cover main facial features).
• Large earrings, hats, or accessories that obscure the face are not allowed.

Background and lighting

• Plain, light-colored background (white, light gray, or beige).
• No shadows on the face or background.
• The photo must not be overexposed or too dark — the face must be evenly lit.
• No strong contrast or artificial lighting.

Photo quality and resolution

• High resolution (at least 600 dpi for digital photos).
• No compression artifacts, noise, or blurriness.
• No filters, retouched, or edited photos allowed.
• Photo must be taken within the last 6 months.