Bermuda Child Passport Photo Requirements
Getting a passport photo for your child in Bermuda means following strict official rules for size, background, and pose. This guide covers everything you need to prepare the application correctly.
Official Size and Measurements
The standard printed photo size is 35 × 45 mm (about 1.38 × 1.77 inches)[1].
The head must measure 29–34 mm from the chin to the top of the head[1].
Check the photo against the stated measurements before printing to avoid delays.
Taking the Photo at Home
You can take your child's photo at home using a digital camera or smartphone before you format and print it. Stand about 1 to 2 meters away from your child to avoid distortion and keep the camera lens at their eye level.
Turn off the camera flash to prevent red-eye and harsh glare on the face. Instead, place your child facing a bright window to get soft, natural light on their skin.
Background and Lighting Requirements
Use a plain cream or light grey background for the printed photo[1].
Good lighting helps prevent shadows from forming on the face or the background wall[1]. Try to use soft, even light from a window or a lamp so that every facial feature is clearly visible without harsh glare[1]. Natural daylight facing a large window often works best, provided the light falls evenly across the child without casting strong shadows behind them[1].
Facial Expression, Glasses, and Headwear
Children under 6 may look away from the camera and have a non-neutral expression. Other children should face forward, look at the camera, have a plain expression, and keep their mouths closed[1].
Avoid glasses unless they are needed. If worn, they must not hide the eyes through frames, glare, reflections, or shadows. Head coverings are allowed for religious or medical reasons, but must not cover the face. The photo must have no shadows on the face or behind the child[1].
Rules for Babies and Young Children
Children must be alone in the photo. Babies must not hold toys or use dummies[1].
Children under 6 do not have to look directly at the camera or have a plain expression[1].
Special Exceptions for Infants Under One Year
Children under 1 do not have to have their eyes open. You may support the child’s head with your hand, but the hand must not show in the photo[1].
For a child under 1, place them on a plain light-coloured sheet and take the photo from above. Confirm that this guidance applies to printed submissions, because the Bermuda page links to printed-photo rules and this instruction appears on the digital-photo page[2].
Printing and Submission Details
Bermuda’s passport page directs applicants to the GOV.UK printed-photo requirements[1]. The child application checklist requires two photos, with one countersigned by an eligible person[3].
One photo must be countersigned[3]. Check that the printed photos measure 35 × 45 mm[1].
Frequently asked questions
Can my baby use a dummy in the passport photo?
No. Babies must not use dummies or hold toys in the photo[1].
What is the correct background colour?
Use a plain cream or light grey background for a printed photo[1].
How many printed photos do I need to submit?
You need to submit two identical printed photos, and one of them must be countersigned[3].
Can my child look away from the camera?
Children under six may look away and do not need a plain expression[1].
How do I format the photo for printing?
You can use the tool above to format your cropped photo onto a standard 4x6-inch sheet for printing at a retail kiosk.