Mistakes to Avoid When Getting a Passport Photo Taken Here are the top 6 reasons passport photos are rejected: 1. Improper Size — Photos size exactly 2” x2” without a white border. 2. Over Coverage or lightness — Glower in the photo or light reflecting on face and eyes. 3. Shades and Dark Spots — All facial features must be fully seen and familiar. 4. Imprecise Focus — Average distance for a shooting is about 3 feet. Otherwise, facial features may be blurred. 5. Sunglasses and Caps — Do not wear things that unclear the face in any way. Glasses are allowed only with a medical certificate, so most people will have to remove them. Even then, they may not shade your face. 6. Improper Profile / Camera Angle — Face the camera full on, looking directly into the camera. Even a refined head tilt can result in your picture being rejected. The picture must include your entire profile from the crown of the head to tops of shoulders. A valuable service of Paspic.com is knowing right away if there is an issue with your passport photo online. If there is a problem, you’ll find out that same day, so we can expedite the process. If you’re more concerned with having an attractive photo, you can also opt for a professional photographer to take the photos. Just remember that professional photos will cost a lot more than you would pay elsewhere and make sure that the photographer is aware of all the regulations for passport photos.