Is Facial Hair OK for a Passport Photo?

Yes, it's OK to have facial hair in a passport photo, as long as it's a part of your usual appearance. The key requirements for a passport photo are that your face must be clearly visible and recognizable.

Facial hair, like a beard or a mustache, is generally acceptable.

However, the facial hair shouldn't obscure any key features of your face, and the photo must meet other standard criteria like a neutral expression, a uniform background, and no shadows on the face.

How to Take a Good Photo

Camera at Eye Level. Arm's Length Distance.

Stand Upright. Head Straight.

Face Evenly Lit. Neutral expression.

No Selfie.

Head Not Tilted.

No Shadows on Face.

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