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Taking a passport photo is an important step needed for international travel and is crucial to identification. Having a clear photo on your government ID or passport makes traveling an easier process. One of the most common questions when it comes to getting a passport for the first time is, can I wear glasses in a passport photo? There are many rules you need to follow when it comes to a government photo, and items you can or cannot wear are just one aspect of the process.
Wearing Glasses In Passport Photos
Glasses can not be worn during a passport photo. This is because the glare from the flash can affect the look of your face or the quality of the photo. Only people with medical or vision conditions who require glasses for daily life may keep them on for the photo.
Glasses that are worn in passport photos must have no tint, glare, or reflection that can obscure your features or eyes. Your passport needs to show your full facial structure, which may be hard if you are wearing glasses. Shadows from glasses or the glare from a camera flash can distort your face, which makes it hard for workers to determine your identity. Avoid problems while traveling by taking off your glasses for the passport photo if you are able.
Sunglasses Or Tinted Glasses
You may think that since you’re going on a tropical or special vacation, your sunglasses should be included in the photo. Even if you will be wearing the glasses for most of your trip or as you travel, you will need to take them off when getting on a plane or crossing borders. Tinted sunglasses are also prohibited from being in passport photos. Sunglasses cover your eyes and parts of your face which will make it hard to prove your identity.
Will Wearing Contacts Get My Passport Photo Rejected?
Those who wear contacts are safer when it comes to their passport photos getting rejected. Some contact options blend in seamlessly with your eyes and can not be seen in a photo. However, contacts that make your irises appear larger or change the color of your eyes are not allowed in passport photos.
Any contacts that obscure your irises or pupils could result in your photo being rejected. Even if your photo is approved and is printed in your passport, you could experience problems as you travel if your eyes are a different color.
What If My Glasses Are Necessary To Correct My Vision?
For children or adults who need to wear glasses for medical reasons, you may be able to get your passport photo approved while wearing your glasses. It could also be beneficial to work with a professional photographer who could retouch the photos before submitting them to the passport office if glare from glasses does occur.
Glasses that are worn for medical reasons and can not be removed for a photo may need to be proven by medical documentation. When you submit your passport application form, these medical documents should be included to explain why glasses are necessary in the photo.
Eyeglass Options From Wolcott Optical
Wolcott Optical is the top provider of eyewear in Salt Lake City, UT. We offer prescription glasses, bifocals, reading glasses, blue-light-blocking glasses, prescription safety glasses, and individual frames and lenses. No matter what vision needs you have, our team can help you find the right eyewear to fit your lifestyle.
Wolcott has been providing glasses, sunglasses, and contacts to Utah locals for generations. We focus on quality and customer service in our business. Working with our team gives you peace of mind about the craftsmanship of your prescription eyewear while also knowing you have an expert to help if a problem arises. Come into our showroom to see all the brands and styles we have to offer.
