Dubai, Aug. 30 -- The Indian Consulate in Dubai has introduced new passport photograph requirements for Indian expats, set to take effect from September 1.

The updated guidelines align with International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) standards for biometric travel documents.

Updated photograph specifications

Photo format: Colour, 630 x 810 pixels, with a white background.

Framing: Close-up of head and shoulders, covering 80-85% of the frame.

Facial features: Eyes open and clearly visible, mouth closed, with no hair obscuring the eyes.

Lighting: Even lighting, free from shadows, red-eye, or reflections, ensuring natural skin tones.

Head position: Face centred and facing forward, showing full head from hairline to chin.

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