Photo essentials
4 The two photos must be taken by a commercial photographer.
4 The photos must be original and not altered in any way or
taken from an existing photo.
4 The name and complete address of the photo studio as well as
the date the photo was taken must be included on the back of
one photo. The photographer may use a stamp or handwrite
this information. Stick-on labels are unacceptable.
4 The photo with the photographer’s information must include
your name and date of birth. One photo should be left blank.
4 The photos must have been taken within the past six months.
4 The photos must be printed on quality photographic paper.
4 The photos must be 35 mm (13/8”) by 45 mm (13/4”).
4 The head must measure between 25 mm (1”) and
30 mm (11/5”) from crown to chin.
Note: Crown means the top of the head or (if obscured by
hair or a head covering) where the top of the head or skull
would be if it could be seen.
Clients with special needs
4 A letter of explanation is required when the applicant is unable
to meet the photo specification requirements.
4 Consideration will be given to individuals with special needs
who cannot meet all the photo specifications.