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OFFICIAL BIOMETRIC DIAGNOSTIC

Free Visa Photo Validator

Unsure if your photo meets official requirements? Verify your photo instantly against published guidelines for 190+ countries in under 30 seconds.

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Scan in < 30 seconds
ICAO Compliant

Biometric Photo Compliance Protocol

Our diagnostic checks evaluate key technical parameters required by passport offices and embassies worldwide.

Facial Landmark Alignment

Checks facial proportion rules, head height range (70–80%), and eye-level position relative to frame borders.

ICAO Doc 9303

Luminance & Background Check

Scans for background shadows, tint deviations, and light uniformity required by online visa submission portals.

Uniform Lighting Scan

Technical File Specifications

Validates exact pixel dimensions, millimeter crop rules, and JPEG file-size limits before upload.

DS-160 & Portal Ready
ERROR PREVENTION

Common Photo Rejection Reasons

Photos are frequently rejected for subtle errors that manual inspection misses but government scanners flag immediately.

  • Incorrect face-to-frame ratio (head too large or small)
  • Shadows behind ears or under the chin
  • Background color deviation from white/light grey
  • Excessive JPEG compression or artifacts
  • Glasses glare or frame overlapping the eyes

Compliance Check

Ready for scan

Dimensions (35x45mm / 2x2")PASSED
Plain White BackgroundPASSED
Face Height (70-80%)PASSED
Checks based on published requirements

How the Validation Process Works

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1. Upload Photo

Take a selfie or upload any existing photo from your phone or computer.

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2. Instant Auto-Scan

Our engine measures dimensions, background uniformity, and face height against 190+ presets.

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3. Download & Print

Download the digital photo for online portals and a high-res print sheet for physical submission.

Prepare your photo before you submit

Use your country’s published requirements as a final check.