Do I need to wear glasses in the C1 license renewal photo?
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You do not need to wear glasses in the C1 license renewal photo. Below are the relevant requirements for the driver's license photo: 1. Applicants must provide a straight-edged, front-facing, bareheaded, color ID photo of themselves taken within 6 months prior to applying for a motor vehicle driver's license. The photo should be a half-length portrait. 2. The background must be white, and applicants should not wear uniforms. 3. The image must be clear, with rich layers, natural expression, and no obvious distortion. 4. The photo dimensions should be 32mm×22mm, with a head width of 14mm~16mm and a head length of 19mm~22mm. Below is some additional information: 1. Introduction: The full name of a driver's license is a motor vehicle driver's license, also known as a "driver's permit." It is a license required by law for individuals who operate motor vehicles. 2. Proof: Driving a motor vehicle requires certain skills. Without these skills, driving a motor vehicle recklessly may lead to traffic accidents. Generally, individuals cannot drive on the road without a license. However, for those who have mastered safe driving techniques, the document that permits them to drive on the road is the "driver's license." This indicates that a driver's license is a form of "permission certification."
I remember when I last went to renew my C1 driver's license, the photo requirements were particularly strict, especially regarding wearing glasses. If you usually drive with glasses, you must wear them in the photo as well; conversely, if you don’t, then don’t wear glasses in the photo. This is mainly to ensure that the photo matches your actual appearance, avoiding identity confusion or issues during inspections. I once talked to a friend about this, and he mentioned that his photo didn’t match and was rejected, forcing him to retake it and wasting several days. My suggestion is to carefully consider your driving habits before taking the photo: if you always wear glasses while driving, then wear them for the photo; if you’re nearsighted but rarely wear glasses while driving, then don’t wear them. The photo must also be bareheaded, facing forward, with a light-colored background, and a natural expression. Getting it right the first time saves hassle—after all, a driver's license is proof of safe driving and shouldn’t be taken lightly.