Questions
I wear glasses every day. Do I still have to take them off?
Yes. Wearing glasses every day is not an exception. The only exception is a medical reason, backed by a signed note from your doctor.
Can I wear glasses in a U.S. visa photo?
No. Eyeglasses are no longer allowed in new visa photos, except in rare cases where they cannot be removed for medical reasons, such as recent eye surgery. You then need a statement signed by a medical professional.
My current passport shows me wearing glasses. Is that a problem?
The rule applies to the new photo you send now. Take your glasses off for it.
Does PicPassed check for glasses?
Not automatically yet. We remind you to take your glasses off before the photo, and we check size, head position, eyes, light, sharpness and background.
Summarised from the U.S. Department of State photo guidance. Always check the latest official rules for your application.
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