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Color photo, exactly 35 × 35 mm.
Printed on thin photo paper using conventional or digital methods.
High resolution required, with continuous tone and no visible pixels, dots, or retouching.
Background
Plain, light-colored, evenly lit.
No patterns, objects, or shadows.
Face and Head Position
Full face shown, directly facing camera.
Head centered, not tilted or turned.
Entire head visible from top of hair to chin.
Eyes and Expression
Both eyes open and clearly visible.
No hair or glasses covering eyes.
Neutral expression, mouth closed.
Lighting and Exposure
Even lighting with no shadows.
No overexposure or underexposure.
Three-point balanced lighting recommended.
Contrast and Color
Proper brightness and contrast.
Natural skin tones required.
No washed-out colors or unnatural tints.
Filters allowed only for correcting color balance, not enhancement.
Head Coverings
Not permitted unless for religious purposes.
Face must remain fully visible from chin to forehead and both sides.
Eyeglasses
No glare or reflections.
Tinted or dark lenses not allowed.
Slight head adjustment allowed to reduce glare.
Printing and Image Quality
Clear print with no creases, smudges, or marks.
No blur or pixelation.
Sharp, distinct facial features.
No digital retouching or softening.
Children’s Photographs
Infants under one year not required to have eyes open.
For children under ten, some flexibility in face size and eye level.
Must remain clear, frontal, and unobstructed.
Child must be alone, facing camera, with neutral expression and closed mouth.
