Photo self-check

Is your photo up to standard?

Answer 8 quick questions to check your ID or application photo against the most common requirements. No upload, no answers stored.

You are preparing a photo for:

1. Plain, bright background (white or light grey), no pattern?

2. Facing forward, looking at the lens, shoulders level?

3. Neutral expression, mouth closed (a slight smile is fine on a CV)?

4. No sunglasses; regular glasses have no glare and the eyes show?

5. Head uncovered (except a permitted religious covering)?

6. Face fills about 70–80% of the photo height?

7. Taken within the last 6 months and looks like you now?

8. True skin tone, no heavy filters or beautify effects?