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Mauritius Passport Photo 35x45 mm (3.5x4.5 cm) Size and Requirements

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Country Mauritius
Document type Passport
Passport picture size Width: 35 mm, Height: 45 mm
Resolution (DPI) 600
Image definition parameters Head must be between 70 to 80 % of the photograph from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head
Background color White
Printable photo Yes
Digital photo for online submission Yes
Digital photo size Width: 826 pixels , Height: 1062 pixels
Photo Paper type matte
Detailed requrements
The photos must be
  • Identical;
  • Recent (taken within the last six month);
  • 35-40 millimetres (mm) wide x 45-50 millimetres (mm) high. (please do not trim your photos to meet this condition);
  • Taken against a light background so that your features are clearly distinguishable against the background;
  • Printed on low-gloss, plain white photo-quality paper (with no watermarks, embossing or printing on the back);
  • Undamaged, for example, by creases from paperclips;
  • Of you on your own (no toys, dummies or other people visible);
  • A close-up of your head and shoulders so that your head, from the bottom of your chin to your crown is between 25mm and 34mm high; and clear of writing on the front and back.
The photos must also:
  • Be in sharp focus and clear;
  • Have a strong definition between the face and background; and
  • Be printed professionally. Photos printed at home are not likely to be of an acceptable quality.
The photos must show
  • No shadows;
  • You facing forwards, looking straight towards the camera;
  • A neutral expression, with your mouth closed;
  • Your eyes open and clearly visible (with no sunglasses or heavily tinted glasses,and no hair across your eyes);
  • No reflection or glare on your glasses, and the frames should not cover your eyes (you may find it easier to remove your glasses);
  • Your full head, without any head covering, unless it is worn for religious beliefs or medical reasons;
  • Nothing covering your face. Please make sure nothing covers the outline of your eyes, nose or mouth.
Photos of children 5 years and under.
The above-mentioned Standards for Passport Photos apply to photos of babies and young children too.
 
The key ones are:
  • The baby or child should be against a light background so that their features are clearly distinguishable against the background.
  • The baby or child should be on its own (no toys, dummies or other people visible).
  • The full face should be seen.
  • Both eyes should be open.
Source https://passport.govmu.org/English/...

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How to make Mauritius Passport photo online


Step 1: Use a digital camera or a smartphone

Find someone to take the photo for you and selfie photo is not acceptable for passport photo application. If you have a tripod, use it. A tripod will make it easier to keep the camera steady and level. The distance of the person to the camera should be around 1 meter.

Step 2: Find a venue with good lighting

When taking photo, you should face the light, such as a nice bright window or the door. This can provide even lighting to avoid shadows on the face and background. The face must be evenly lit. There should be no shadows and glares on the face.

Note: No need to worry about the background as our online passport photo generator will automatically remove or change the background for you.

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Step 3: Wear properly for your passport photo

Do not wear uniforms. Wear regular street clothes in your photo.

Do not wear eyeglasses. If you wear glasses, sunglasses, or tinted glasses, take them off for your passport photo.

Your face must still be fully visible.  Don’t let your hair drape over your face and obscure your eyes. If you have very long bangs that cover your eyebrows, you should pin them back with bobby pins. It’s best if your ears show, as well, but that won’t cause your photo to be rejected.

No hats are allowed in passport photos unless it is religious headgear such as a headscarf or yarmulke that you wear every day.

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Step 4: Pose for a passport

Look straight towards the camera with face straight on. Head should not be tilted or rotated.

Both ears showing or both edges of the face visible if hair covers the ears.

Shoulders should be visible, and there should be enough space around the head for cropping the photo.

Position the camera in the same height as the head.

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Step 5: Have a neutral facial expression

You can smile in your passport photos, but the government prefers that you have a neutral facial expression.

Smiling or having your mouth open is usually not acceptable, especially under the new international passport rules.

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