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Must be in colour, sharp, undamaged, and a true likeness.
Taken within the last 6 months.
No digital editing or reproductions.
Printed on high-quality, smooth photo paper at minimum 400 dpi resolution.
Photo size: 35 mm × 45 mm.
Face width (excluding ears): 16-20 mm.
Face length (chin to crown):
Age 11 and over: 26–30 mm.
Under 11: 19–30 mm.
Head must be fully visible and centred.
Head straight, facing forward, not tilted.
Eyes open, level, and clearly visible.
Shoulders straight.
Neutral expression, mouth closed, looking directly at the camera.
Even lighting without shadows.
No overexposure or underexposure.
No reflections on the face or from accessories.
Plain light grey, light blue, or white.
Uniform colour and shade.
Must contrast clearly with the face.
Allowed, but eyes must be fully visible.
Lenses must be clear, with no reflections or glare.
Head uncovered.
Face and eyes fully visible.
Ears optional if the full width of the face is visible.
Religious or belief-related head coverings: Permitted if plain, one colour, and contrasting with the background.
Children under 6: Not required to meet head alignment, shoulder, or expression rules. Any support must not be visible.
Medical reasons: A medical certificate may be requested if requirements cannot be met.
Allowed: beard, wig, hairstyle changes, long fringe (eyes and face visible), glasses (optional), oxygen or feeding tube, makeup, earrings.
Not allowed: caps or hats (except religious/medical reasons, plain one colour), eyes closed, reusing the same photo as in a previous document.