Photo Protocol.

Follow our certified professional advice to guarantee your photo meets 100% of global biometric requirements.

01. Capture

Position your camera at eye level. Face natural light to eliminate shadows. Neutral background preferred.

Our tools guide your crop to exact international dimensions. Both ears and eyes must be clearly visible.

Advanced AI removes backgrounds and validates biometric proportions against country-specific rules.

Receive high-res digital files and 4x6 print sheets ready for any professional printing service.

Stand facing a window. Avoid direct sunlight, flash, or overhead lights that create shadows.

Stand in front of a white wall or hang a white sheet. No patterns or textures.

Position your phone or camera at eye level on a tripod or have someone hold it for you.

Most countries reject selfies. Use the rear camera with a tripod or ask someone to take the photo.

Mouth closed, eyes open, looking straight at the camera. No smiling.

As of ICAO September 2025, most countries require photos without glasses.

Both ears should be visible. Hair must not cover eyes or eyebrows.

Unless worn for religious reasons. Face must be fully visible from forehead to chin.

Download the 4x6 print sheet and open in your photo viewer — not a web browser.

Select Actual Size or 100% scale in print settings to maintain biometric accuracy.

Use high-quality 4x6 glossy or matte photo paper for the best official results.