Guyana Passport Photo Requirements and Guidelines
Prepare your Guyana passport photo correctly by following official sizing, background, and submission rules.
Official Size and Dimensions
The government portal lists photo dimensions from 32×26 mm minimum to 45×35 mm maximum[1]. The passport form also gives photo instructions[2]. The available sources do not set a head-height measurement.
The sources indicate that procedures may vary by application location, so check the instructions for the office handling your application[1][2]. The tool above can help prepare a practice crop.
Background and Lighting Specifications
Your photo must feature a plain white background with no shadows[2]. Any background pattern, texture, or discoloration can cause the authorities to reject your application. If you take a digital portrait at home, the official form states that it should be printed on photo quality paper[2].
Good lighting is essential to prevent shadows from forming behind your head or across your face. Try to face a large, bright window with natural daylight, or use soft, even indoor lighting to illuminate your features clearly. Avoid harsh directional lights that create dark spots or uneven brightness on the background surface.
Headwear, Glasses, and Facial Appearance
The form permits head coverings for religious or medical reasons[2]. Keep your face visible and free of shadows.
The official guidelines do not specify whether regular eyeglasses are allowed[1][2]. To avoid any risk of your photo being refused, it is usually best to take your glasses off completely before the picture is snapped. Keep your facial features clear and unobstructed so that officials can easily verify your identity during the application process.
Submission Methods and Official Appointments
The government portal requires an in-person appointment for a photo and fingerprints[1]. The central-office form says the applicant’s photo is taken at the booth[2].
Because requirements and procedures can vary by application location, you should check local instructions carefully[2]. A passport application always requires a photograph to process your identity documents[2]. Even if your official picture is taken on-site, having your own copy prepared ahead of time can help you understand what to expect.
Rules for Children and Infants
The passport form requires a photograph and says the applicant’s photo is taken at the Central Immigration and Passport Office[2]. The reviewed sources do not give separate infant photo measurements or pose rules.
The governing authorities do not list any separate infant photo measurements or specific pose rules for babies[2]. Since procedures can vary depending on where you submit paperwork for your child, always check directly with your local office beforehand[2]. Keeping children calm and facing forward in front of a plain background can be challenging, so take plenty of time to get a clear view.
Preparing Your Print or Digital Copy
You can use the tool above to crop your photo and arrange it onto a standard sheet for printing. When printing a digital photo, remember that the official form explicitly states that digitally taken portraits should be printed on photo quality paper[2].
You can print this layout as an ordinary 4-by-6-inch photo at a local kiosk for your own use. This allows you to rehearse or prepare a copy for other uses, even though the final authority may take your picture at the office[1][2]. Always double-check your printed layout to verify the dimensions look correct before heading out to your appointment.
Common Reasons Photos Are Refused
Photos often get refused if they feature shadows on the background or uneven lighting[2]. Other common mistakes include wearing unauthorized headwear or using a background that is not a plain white color[2].
Check the instructions for the office handling your application before your appointment[1][2].
Frequently asked questions
What size is a Guyana passport photo?
Can I wear glasses in my photo?
Is headwear allowed in the photo?
Headwear is permitted for religious or medical reasons only[2].