Jamaica

2 identical photographs are required
Photographs should be taken in colour with a matte/dull finish, against a plain background
Applicants of light complexion should avoid wearing white clothing and should have photographs taken against a pastel shaded background
Applicants of dark complexion should wear coloured clothing and photographs should be taken against a white background
Applicants with grey/white hair should have their photograph taken against a pale blue or pastel background
There should be no hair on the forehead
There must be no other person or object in the photograph
There should be no background shadows
A full frontal pose is required to show the head, ears, neck and top of shoulders
There should be no creases or ink marks on the photograph
Exposed shoulders and chest must be avoided
Bright coloured clothing is not recommended
Eye glasses should not have tinted lenses
Heavy (thick) frames should be avoided
Headgear is permitted ONLY for religious purposes, which must be clearly stated on the application form. Facial features including the outline of the face from the bottom of the chin to top of the forehead must be clearly shown
Photographs should be no more than six months old and should be 25mm-35mm from the chin to the top of the head. When the photograph is cut, the margin between the head and the edge of the photograph should be 3-4 mm
Photographs from photo booths will not be accepted
Photographs submitted with an application become the property of the Government of Jamaica