What to Wear for a Passport Photo: The Dos and Don'ts

Your passport photo will last 5-10 years. Dress appropriately.

Best Colors

Wear darker solid colors (black, navy, dark grey, brown). These contrast well with the mandatory white/light grey background.

What to Avoid

• White/Beige: You will look like a floating head against the white background.
• Uniforms: Military or professional uniforms are strictly forbidden in US passport photos.
• Camouflage: Also forbidden.
• High Necks/Scarves: Keep your neck visible. Scarves are only allowed for religious reasons.