Minor variations in a neutral expression of a newborn are recognized.

There must be no shadows across the face or shoulders, around the ears or in the background.

parent's or child's hands must not appear in the photoįor newborns, the photo may be taken while the child is sitting in a car seat, as long as a white blanket is placed over the seat behind the child's head.photos must show the child's head and shoulders only.the full face must be clearly visible and the head covering must not cast any shadows on the faceįor child photos, the same requirements apply.head coverings are not acceptable, unless worn for religious, cultural or medical purposes:.photos with the red-eye effect or red-eye alterations are unacceptable.sunglasses and tinted eyeglasses are unacceptable.prescription eyeglasses may be worn as long as the eyes are clearly visible and there is no reflection or glare on the eyeglasses.taken within no more than 12 months before the date you submit the application and reflect applicant's current appearance.must be originals and not taken from an existing photo.taken in front of a plain white or light-coloured background, with a clear difference between the face and the background.taken straight on, with face and shoulders centered and squared to the camera.taken with uniform lighting, without shadows, glare or flash reflections.

taken with a neutral facial expression, that is, eyes open and clearly visible, mouth closed.

Photos can be in colour or black and white and be taken by anyone.

if submitting a photo using the SCIS Photo App.

if submitting printed photos with your application.

You can now take your own photo when applying for a secure status card and submit it straight from your smart phone free of charge using the SCIS Photo App.

How to submit acceptable photos when applying for a secure status card. How your photos should look for a secure status card

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