Iraqi Passport (جواز السفر العراقي) Photo Standards
The Iraqi passport, issued by the Directorate of Passport Affairs, follows the ICAO 9303 standard for biometric travel documents. The required photograph size is 35x45mm. The photo must be taken against a pure white background with no shadows or patterns. The applicant's head must cover 71% to 80% of the photo's vertical height. Given the security environment, Iraqi passport control uses advanced facial recognition to verify identity at all border crossings, making strict adherence to these biometric standards essential.
Iraq Technical Specifications
Biometric Chip Encoding
The Iraqi 'A' series passport contains a contactless chip that stores your facial image. The passport printing system requires a high-resolution image to encode this chip. If the head size is below 71%, the image will appear pixelated on the chip and may fail to read at automated border control gates. Our AI ensures the facial image is scaled correctly to provide the maximum detail possible for chip encoding.
Key Compliance Checklist
- Facial Expression: Neutral, eyes open, mouth closed. Looking directly at the camera.
- Lighting: Even, shadow-free lighting across the face and background.
- Attire: Dark clothing is recommended. Religious head coverings are accepted but must not obscure the face from chin to forehead.
Guaranteed Acceptance
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