You should wear daily-worn clothes instead of uniforms or similar attire. Pay attention not to leave a pacifier to babies. In no case should your face be covered or have shadows. Hats and head covering are only permitted for religious or medical reasons and a signed statement is required to prove that you have to wear them. It is suggested to look straight at the camera with a neutral expression while unacceptable to show a side face, look around, laugh, open your mouth and close your eyes.Make sure the lenses are transparent and the frames don’t cast shadows on the face. On the condition that you have to wear glasses for medical reasons, a signed statement from your doctor is required to submit. Eyeglasses are not allowed even if they are daily worn, and neither are sunglasses nor tinted glasses.The photo must be original without retouching and filters that are commonly used on social media.The photo should not have any visible pixels or printer dots and printed on high-quality glossy or matte paper.The image quality should be clear and sharp.The background should be white or off-white without any shadows, texture, or patterns.The head in both versions should be centered and measure between 1” – 1.4” (25 – 35 mm).
The digital passport size picture must be at least 600 x 600 pixels (ratio aspect of width & length: 1:1), at least 54kb, and in JPEG format. The paper passport size photo must be 2″ x 2″ (51 x 51 mm) for in-person or mail application.One colored photo taken within the last 6 months is required.Here are photo tips from the Department of State.