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Passport Photo Requirements
US Department of State Passport Photo Requirements
Your head must face the camera directly with full face in view.
You must have a neutral facial expression or a natural smile, with both eyes open.
Taken in clothing normally worn on a daily basis
Taken in the last 6 months
Use a plain white or off-white background
Be sized correctly
2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm)
Head must be between 1 -1 3/8 inches (25 - 35 mm) from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head
Printed on matte or glossy photo quality paper
Printed in color
You cannot wear glasses.
If you cannot remove your glasses for medical reasons, please include a signed note from your doctor with application.
You cannot wear a hat or head covering
If you wear a hat or head covering for religious purposes, submit a signed statement that verifies that the hat or head covering in your photo is part of recognized, traditional religious attire that is customarily or required to be worn continuously in public
If you wear a hat or head covering for medical purposes, submit a signed doctor's statement verifying the hat or head covering in your photo is used daily for medical purposes
Your full face must be visible and your hat or head covering cannot obscure your hairline or cast shadows on your face.
You cannot wear headphones or wireless hands-free devices.
We recommend using the Passport Photo Creator mobile application. You will then pick up your photos at the nearest Walgreens location.
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