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What to Avoid in a Singapore Passport Photo
Check visibility, glasses, image quality and natural appearance before saving your photo.
To make sure your Singapore passport photo is accepted, avoid these common mistakes:
Common photo mistakes
Review your photo for the following issues.
- Hair or headpieces covering your face, especially the eyes, eyebrows, and ears.
- Reflections on glasses that hide your eyes. While you can wear glasses if you usually do, sometimes you may need to take them off to ensure your eyes are visible.
- Wearing tinted glasses or sunglasses.
- Any changes to the photo that alter your appearance, like removing or adding birthmarks, moles, or tattoos.
- Distorting the image in any way.
- Photos that are too bright (overexposed) or too dark (underexposed).
Is smiling allowed in a Singapore passport photo?
Smiling is not permitted in a Singapore passport photo. You must maintain a neutral expression without showing your teeth.