The photograph must be an un-mounted full-face photo taken within the last six
months. The photograph must be full front view, taken facing the camera - no
side or angled views are acceptable. The most important goal of the photograph
is that it identifies the person.
The photograph must be in color; no black and white photos will be accepted.
The photograph must have a white or off-white background. Photos with colored,
dark or patterned backgrounds will not be accepted.
For persons wearing glasses, there must be no reflection around the eyes.
Photos with reflections will not be accepted. A photograph wearing a
traditional facemask or veil that does not permit adequate identification is
not acceptable. Head coverings or hats are acceptable only due to religious
beliefs and then only when the applicant's face is completely exposed.
Since a separate visa is issued to each qualified applicant, an individual
photo is required in all cases. Group photos are not acceptable.
Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not
meet these requirements, the visa may be refused.