Fiji Study Permit Photo Requirements and Guide
The study permit form asks for two recent printed passport-size photos for each applicant. It does not specify exact dimensions[1].
Official Size and Basis
The Immigration Department of the Government of Fiji handles study and research permit applications[1]. When you fill out your paperwork, the official application form asks for passport-sized photos[1]. However, the authority publishes no single official size on that form[1].
The form does not specify exact dimensions[1]. The Ministry's passport photo guidance gives a size of 35 by 45 mm (1.38 by 1.77 inches)[2]. Confirm with the issuing office that this size is suitable for your application before printing.
Submission and Back of the Photo
You must submit printed copies of your picture because digital uploads are not accepted for this permit type[1]. Your application requires two recent printed passport-size photos for each person listed[1]. This rule applies to every individual applicant, including any dependants who are applying together with you at the same time[1].
Once you print your photos, an adult must certify the reverse side of each printed photo[1]. This person writes a small confirmation note and signs the back to verify your identity. Check that the ink is completely dry before you stack the photos together to avoid smudging.
Background and Lighting
The permit form asks for passport-size photos but does not describe the background[1]. The Ministry's passport photo guidance specifies a plain light background[2].
Good lighting is just as important as a plain wall for a clear photo. Face a large window to let natural light illuminate your face evenly. Ask someone else to take the picture so you do not cast shadows on the background behind you. Turn off any overhead flash if it creates harsh spots on your skin.
Head Position and Expression
Position your head straight and center your face in the frame. Look directly into the camera lens without tilting your head to the side. Your shoulders should also stay level and square to the camera.
The Ministry's passport photo guidance calls for a neutral expression and a minimum face height of 25.4 mm[2].
Glasses and Headwear
If you wear prescription eyeglasses, you must follow conditional rules for your photo[2]. Thick frames can hide your eyes, and glass lenses often catch reflections from the light. It is usually safest to take your glasses off to prevent rejection. Sunglasses and tinted lenses are completely forbidden.
The official guidance does not specify whether headwear is permitted[2].
How to Take and Print Your Photo
You can take your own photo at home using a digital camera or a modern smartphone. Place the camera on a stable surface or ask a friend to hold it at your exact eye level. Stand about one to one and a half meters away from the lens to keep your facial proportions natural. Take several shots so you can pick the best one.
Upload your chosen image to the tool above to check the framing and adjust the dimensions. The tool formats your picture onto a standard 4 by 6-inch photo sheet. Take that digital file to a local printing kiosk and print it as a standard glossy photo. Cut the pictures carefully along the lines before you ask an adult to sign the back.
Common Reasons for Refusal
The guidance specifies a neutral expression[2]. Follow the photo guidance when preparing your image.
The form asks for two recent passport-size photos for each applicant, with the reverse of each certified by an adult as a correct likeness[1].
Frequently asked questions
What size do I need for a Fiji study permit photo?
The authority publishes no single official size, but applications use 35 by 45 mm as the standard passport size[1].
How many photos do I need to submit?
You must submit two recent printed passport-size photos for each applicant, including any dependants[1].
Who needs to sign the back of the photo?
An adult must certify the reverse side of each printed photo before you submit your application[1].
Can I wear glasses in my study permit photo?
Glasses are allowed under conditional rules, but you should remove them if they cause any flash glare or hide your eyes[2].