head coverings are not acceptable, unless worn for religious beliefs or medical reasons:.photos with the red-eye effect or red-eye alterations are unacceptable.sunglasses and tinted eyeglasses are unacceptable.prescription eyeglasses may be worn as long as the eyes are clearly visible and there is no reflection or glare on the eyeglasses.taken within no more than 12 months before the date you submit the application and reflect applicant's current appearance.must be originals and not taken from an existing photo.taken in front of a plain white or light-coloured background, with a clear difference between the face and the background.taken straight on, with face and shoulders centered and squared to the camera.taken with uniform lighting, without shadows, glare or flash reflections.taken with a neutral facial expression, that is, eyes open and clearly visible, mouth closed.If you are applying for a secure status card or need to renew or replace one, you must submit acceptable photos.Īcceptable photos can be in colour or black and white and can be taken by anyone but must be: if submitting a photo using the SCIS Photo App.if submitting printed photos with your application.You can now take your own photo when applying for a Secure Certificate of Indian Status (SCIS), or secure status card, and submit it straight from your smart phone free of charge using the SCIS Photo App.

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