Saudi e-Visa Photo Requirements
Traveling to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has become easy now. The introduction of the Saudi e-Visa simplified the visa procedures, allowing travelers from eligible countries to choose the Saudi e-Visa repeatedly.
The Saudi e-Visa procedures are streamlined and easy to complete within 15 to 20 minutes. In this article, we are going to discuss the Saudi e-Visa photo requirements in particular. Let’s get into it.
Essential Details You Need to Know About Photo Specifications
Dimensions and Size
- Dimensions– The photo should be in passport-size. With a minimum resolution of 200×200 pixels.
- File Size– The file size must be between 5KB to 10MB. (If the size is larger than 10MB please email us)
- File Format– JPG or JPEG formats are accepted.
- Please Note– If you don’t have a scanned copy of your photo in the format and dimensions you want, send it to us and we’ll fix it.
Photo Quality
- Clarity- Your photo must be clear with higher resolution, and should be a colored photo. Please ensure that your photo is not blurry.
- Lighting– Lighting should be perfect. Please use natural light or artificial soft lights. Harsh lights are not allowed. Also, shadows or overexposure should strictly be avoided.
- Color– As we mentioned earlier, only colored photos are accepted. Black and white photos are not accepted.
Background Requirements
- The background should be plain white. It should be free from any colors or patterns.
- The background should be evenly lit. Inconsistencies in the lighting should be avoided.
- The background should be free from casting shadows.
Dress Code
- Dress modestly.
- Avoid uniforms or office attire.
- Wear everyday clothing
- Plain and solid-colored clothing is encouraged.
Eyewear Guidelines
- Medically prescribed glasses are permitted. However, it is very crucial to avoid any glare or reflections.
- Tinted lenses are not allowed.
- Sunglasses are strictly prohibited
- It is advisable to remove glasses if possible to avoid any issues.
Head Covering and Religious Attire
- Head coverings are allowed (if worn for religious reasons). But, please ensure that the face is fully visible, from the bottom of the chin to the forehead, and from ear to ear.
- Please remember that head coverings or using hats, headgear, etc for fashion purposes are not allowed.
Facial Appearance and Positioning
- The entire face should be visible. The head must be in the center facing directly towards.
- It is very crucial to maintain a neutral expression.
- You should look directly at the camera.
- Your eyes must be open.
- Avoid any red-eye effect.
- Your face should not be obstructed by hair, hats, or any other accessories.
- Ears should be visible.
- Natural appearance is encouraged. However, if you wear makeup make it minimal.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Please ensure to upload high-quality images. Low-quality images may result in the e-Visa rejection as well.
- Please do not make any exaggerated expressions. Maintain a neutral facial expression
- It is very important to avoid any obstructions like facial hair, hats, glasses, scarves, accessories, etc.
- The background is very important. Please ensure no shadows or uneven lighting are cast on the background
- Take care of the lighting
- Camera position plays a major role.
- It is very important to review your photo.
Since the Saudi e-Visa is an online process, Travelers should have a scanned copy of all the necessary documents. Passport-size photo is one of the most essential documents. Please understand all the requirements before getting into the process. This paves the way towards a hassle-free application process. Please ensure to review your photograph before uploading.