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email Setup and Production Guidelines
Successful U.S. passport and visa photography begins with careful setup and appropriate production methods.
Proper Lighting Arrangement
- Position light sources on both sides of subject to avoid shadows on face.
- Use a light source to illuminate background behind subject to avoid shadows in background.
Figure 1. Camera & Lighting Setup
Camera/ Subject Position
- Place camera approximately 4 ft (120 cm) from the subject.
- Have camera at subject's eye level.
- Position subject facing the camera.
Photograph Print Properties
- Produce 2 inch x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm) color photo.
- Print photo on thin photo paper or stock.
- Ensure the print is clear and has a continuous-tone quality.
- Do not retouch or otherwise enhance or soften photo.
