Shoulders in Passport Photos: Understanding the Guidelines and Displaying a Proper Portrait

The shoulder is the part of the body between the neck and the upper arm.

The shoulder joint forms the connection between the upper arm and the torso. Through the joint, you can make movements with your arms, such as stretching forwards and backwards or lifting sideways.

Rules for Shoulders on a Passport Photo

No specific rules have been established for the shoulders in the passport photo requirements. This means that the shoulders are not mentioned.

When the face is displayed at the correct size in the passport photo, the shoulders are also visible in the photo. It is not specified that the shoulders must be visible in the passport photo. With certain hairstyles, the hair may cover the shoulders, and this is allowed.