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Eyes must be open and clearly visible. Glasses, may be worn as long as the eyes are clearly visible. Sunglasses and tinted prescription glasses are unacceptable. |
| 2. |
Facial expression must be neutral (not frowning or smiling) with the mouth closed. |
| 3. |
Photos must show a full front view of the face with both edges of the face showing clearly. The face and shoulders must be centred in the photo and squared to the camera. |
| 4. |
Photos must reflect/represent natural skin tones. |
| 5. |
The length from chin to crown of head (natural top of head) must be 31 mm to 36 mm. |
| 6. |
The image must be clear, sharp and in focus. |
| 7. |
Photos must be taken with uniform lighting and not show shadows or flash reflection on the face and head. Photos with shadows on the face or background are unacceptable. |
| 8. |
Photos must be taken against a plain, uniform, white or light-coloured background. |
| 9. |
Hats or head coverings are not permitted except when worn for religious reasons and only if the full facial features are clearly visible. |
| 10. |
Only colour photos are acceptable. |
| 11. |
Photos must be originals, not taken from any existing photo, and must have been taken within the last 12 months.
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