In addition, snapshots, magazine photos, low quality vending machine or mobile phone photos, and full-length photographs are not acceptable. Photos digitally scanned from driver’s licenses or other official documents are not acceptable.

There must not be shadows or refraction from the eyeglasses that obscures the eye(s). There must not be glare on eyeglasses that obscures the eye(s). The frames of the eyeglasses must not cover the eye(s).

If the eyeglasses are accepted for medical reasons: A medical statement signed by a medical professional/health practitioner must be provided in these cases. Headphones, wireless hands-free devices, or similar items are not acceptable in your photo.Įyeglasses are not allowed in visa photos, except in rare circumstances when eyeglasses cannot be removed for medical reasons e.g., the applicant has recently had ocular surgery and the eyeglasses are necessary to protect the applicant's eyes. Your full face must be visible, and the head covering must not cast any shadows on your face. Uniforms should not be worn in your photo, except religious clothing that is worn daily.ĭo not wear a hat or head covering that obscures the hair or hairline, unless worn daily for a religious purpose. Taken in clothing that you normally wear on a daily basis With a neutral facial expression and both eyes open Taken in full-face view directly facing the camera Taken in front of a plain white or off-white background Taken within the last 6 months to reflect your current appearance In a rectangular aspect ratio (height must be greater than width)īe sized in 400(minimum-width) x 600(minimum-height) pixels, with about 70-80% part of the photo must be filled by the applicant’s face Please remember that photos must not be digitally enhanced or altered to change your appearance in any way.Įqual to or less than 500 kB (kilobytes) in file size (less than 10 kB is not accepted)

We recommend you use a professional visa photo service to ensure your photo meets all the requirements. The acceptance of your photo is at the discretion of the I.R.Iran Embassy or consulate where you apply. To learn more, review the information below on how to provide a suitable photo.

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