How do I take a passport photo of my baby?

The most important things to keep in mind are:

  1. Passport photos must have a white background.
  2. No other people can be in the photo.
  3. Your baby must be looking towards the camera.
  4. Your baby’s face must not be obscured.
  5. Your baby should have a “neutral” expression.
  6. Your baby’s eyes must be open.
  7. No red-eye.

Are baby mouths open in passport photos?

❓ Can a baby have their mouth open in a passport photo? No, to ensure the photo is accepted the baby in the photo must have a closed mouth and be sure that his/her face is fully visible.

What happens if my passport photo is rejected?

If the photo has failed the automatic check, you must reject the photo. If the photo has failed the automatic check, you, the examiner, must accept the photo if there is no visible distortion or glare. Customers must send photos taken in the last month.

How strict are passport photos?

Passport photos must be in color and taken with a plain white or off-white background, according to the U.S. State Department. The photo must have a clear image of your face, and no filters. Passport photos are definitely a #nofilter zone. Also, no selfies allowed.

Do passport photos need to be glossy?

Your passport photographs must be: Printed on matte or glossy photo-quality paper. Taken within the past 6 months, showing current appearance. Full face, front view with a plain white or off-white background.

Can babies wear headband passport photo?

No headbands, hats or hair bows are allowed. The child must look directly at the camera and have both eyes open. (It is OK if a baby under 6 months old has partially closed eyes.) The best way to take a passport photo of a baby is to place the baby on a white sheet or blanket and take the photo from above.

Does a baby need a passport picture?

You must provide one photo with your passport application. All our photo policies apply to both adults and children under age 16. We have a few exceptions to our photo policies for infants.

Should my child’s eyes be open or closed for passport photos?

For infants and newborn passport photos, it is actually OK for their eyes to be closed which is why we say eyes “should” be open instead of eyes “must” be open. Keep in mind, this will be your child’s passport photo for the next five years.

Can I Let my Baby Smile in a passport photo?

So letting your baby smile in a passport photo is totally OK, as long as it is a natural expression. For infants and newborn passport photos, it is actually OK for their eyes to be closed which is why we say eyes “should” be open instead of eyes “must” be open.

What are the new born baby passport photo requirements?

The new born baby passport photo requirements are identical to the baby passport photo requirements with a few minor differences. It’s acceptable for an infant to not have fully open eyes or even closed eyes. The Department of State understands that it can be challenging to maintain an infant’s expression.

How do I get my Baby’s passport photo rejected?

Lay your baby on the floor on a non-textured white sheet or white poster board. A textured blanket or an off-white sheet will result in a passport photo rejection. The first two images below are blankets. The third is a pressed, white sheet, pulled tightly.