Can I Wear Sunglasses in My Photo?

Sunglasses are not allowed in passport photos because your eyes must be clearly visible for identification and compliance.

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Can I Wear Sunglasses in My Passport Photo?

Sunglasses are not allowed in passport photos because your eyes must be clearly visible for identification and compliance.

No, wearing sunglasses is not allowed in passport photos. Your eyes must be clearly visible to meet official requirements and for proper identification. Sunglasses obscure your eyes and can cause your photo to be rejected.

If you need to wear glasses for medical reasons, ensure they have no glare or reflections and that your eyes are fully visible. Otherwise, remove any eyewear before taking your photo.

For more details on eyewear rules, see our article on Glasses in passport photos.

Glasses and Accessories

Correct United States passport photo with clear glasses and visible eyes
CorrectEyes fully visible
Incorrect United States passport photo with glare obscuring the eyes
IncorrectGlare obscures the eyes

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