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E-visa photo requirements — the universal spec

4 min read · Vizaezy Editorial

Photo rejection is the #1 cause of e-visa delays. Follow this universal spec and you'll pass every portal.

Universal photo rules

Take the photo with your phone

  1. Stand 1.5 m from a plain wall in indirect daylight
  2. Have someone shoot from chest height, lens at eye level
  3. Crop to a square with the top of your head near the top edge
  4. Run it through Vizaezy's validator — it'll flag anything portal-breaking

FAQ

Can I wear glasses?

Not for any major e-visa portal in 2026. Remove them for the photo.

Does the photo need to be recent?

Within the last 6 months. Older photos risk facial recognition mismatches at immigration.

Ready to apply?

Browse our e-visa guides by country or by your nationality.