Can I wear glasses in my driver's license photo?
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Driver's license photos cannot be taken with glasses. The requirements for driver's license photos are as follows: 1. No colored glasses, scarves, earrings, or other accessories that obscure facial features are allowed. The face should not have obvious distortion, tilting, turning, heavy makeup, or excessive accessories. 2. The driver's license photo must be a one-inch color photo with a white background, taken within the last 6 months of the applicant. 3. Hair should not be styled in an unusual or multi-colored manner. Temporary hair wax can be used to style hair into a normal state. 4. The photo must be clear and recognizable, with no blurring or significant discrepancies in appearance, as this would make it difficult for traffic police to verify if the license belongs to the holder, defeating the purpose of having a photo on the license. 5. Collared shirts are allowed, but not pointed collars. Standing straight with good posture during the photo can enhance one's appearance and effectively improve personal demeanor.
I once personally experienced the issue of wearing glasses for my driver's license photo. That time at the DMV, I was wearing my prescription glasses when taking the photo, but the staff immediately stopped me. They explained that the photo must be a front-facing, bareheaded shot without glasses, as lenses can easily reflect light or obscure the eye area, affecting the system's ability to recognize identity. They told me that the Ministry of Public Security's regulations require clear facial images to facilitate traffic police verification. When I retook the photo without glasses, it was done in seconds, saving both time and money. Since then, I've advised my friends to confirm the standards in advance to avoid unnecessary trips like mine. Nowadays, many people take photos for convenience, but if the photo doesn't meet requirements, the driver's license application might be delayed, postponing their ability to drive. I often see similar lessons shared online, where people had to retake photos for free or seek guidance to pass. So, safety first—don't take unnecessary risks.